As you start looking for a new home, you definitely need all the advice and help you can get. It’s true that your real estate agent will give you plenty of information about homes and neighborhoods you’re interested in, but some people still like to do research on their own – but where do you start? Here are some sites that will help home buyers make a more educated purchase.
12 Tips for Buying a Home in 2012
by Shannon Martin on January 17, 2012 in Home Buying, Mortgage Rates, Smart Shopper
Are you planning on buying a home in 2012? MSN has put together a nifty slideshow to help you get the best deal possible on your new mortgage.
Tips for First-Time Home Buyers and More – Watch-It Wednesday
by Eric Mally on January 12, 2012 in Mortgage Rates
We are back again with another amazingly informative “Ask a Banker” segment of our Watch-It Wednesday series for the Zing! Blog and, let me tell you, this one is a dandy.
Making an Offer on a Home
by Gabriela Islas on January 9, 2012 in Home Buying
You found a home you love – now what? The next step is to make an offer. Making an offer on a home is not as simple as it looks. It requires research, patience and negotiation skills. Learn more about the process and what to do if there are multiple offers on a house you love.
Home Buying Tips: Questions Your Realtor Should Ask
by Amber Hunt on October 6, 2011 in Home Buying, Homeowners Tips, Smart Shopper
Using a realtor? Make sure they’re asking the right questions about your future home! House hunting on your own? Check out this list to make sure you’re getting a completely informed perspective on your potential home.
Five Great House Hunting Tips
by Stephanie Koske on August 8, 2011 in Home Buying, Smart Shopper
Though you may have questions and concerns, strategy in searching for a new home is the key to your new front door. Here are five great house hunting tips to help you in your pursuit.
Home Buying Process: Ten Tips to Help You Purchase Your Home
by Gabriela Islas on April 27, 2011 in Home Buying
Buying a home can be scary. We’ve compiled a list of things to help make your home purchasing experience more enjoyable. Here are ten tips to keep in mind as you move forward in the home buying process
HOA Fees: What Do They Cover?
by Gabriela Islas on April 11, 2011 in Home Buying, Homeowners Tips
Consider HOA Fees When Purchasing a Home Purchasing a home requires you to make many decisions. Aside from which home to choose, you’ll have to [...]
Avoid Pre Payment Penalties
by Gabriela Islas on December 12, 2010 in Homeowners Tips
Pre-payment penalties can cost you tens of thousands of dollars, depending on your loan balance at the time of pre-payment. Be wary of mortgages that [...]
Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)
by Gabriela Islas on December 10, 2010 in Home Buying, Refinance Mortgage
What Is Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)? Private Mortgage Insurance (also referred to as mortgage protection insurance on the West Coast) is a costly insurance premium [...]
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