Thinking of buying a home this year? Our latest article addresses every “What if?” so you’ll know if you’re making the right decision.

When you see all those “for sale” signs pop up in your neighborhood — and then see them change to “under contract” shortly afterward — it’s ...

When buying a home, there are some things you should never compromise on—or you’ll likely regret your home purchase, according to Realtor.com.

1. The floor plan. It’s difficult and expensive to reconfigure a home’s floor plan. If a home doesn’t have the minimum number of rooms or the flow ...

Rent vs. buy? Ownership getting less advantageous BOCA RATON, Fla. – June 6, 2018

With housing markets around the U.S. nearing the peak in their cycles, renters who reinvest their money have an increasingly better chance at creating wealth than individuals who purchase a home, according to the latest ...

The Truth Behind Renting vs Buying in Today's Market

Are you doing the math these days around renting versus buying a home? Trying to decide if you can afford to buy? If so, there are a number of key factors to consider in making your decision.

Things to Consider ...

Maximizing the Web in Your Real Estate Search

Before selecting a real estate agent or buying a home, most consumers head to the Internet first. Researching homes and real estate agents online can get you ahead of the game when it comes to narrowing down your options. But with so ...

Reading Recommendations for First Home Buyers

by Eric Slifkin, Realtor, CRS, ABR, CIPS

If you’re ready to jump off the sidelines and into the housing market, check out these books on my Amazon store:

Featured Publications to Help Ease the Home Buying Process

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The Home Buyer’s Guide to Getting Mortgage Ready

Don’t wait until you’re ready to move to start preparing financially to buy a home.

If you’re like the vast majority of home buyers, you will choose to finance your purchase with a mortgage loan. By preparing in advance, you can ...

If you’re ready to jump off the sidelines and into the housing market, the following steps will make the home-buying process a little easier to navigate:

1. Find a reputable real estate agent to help you identify the best home for you. An experienced agent will save you time ...

WRITTEN BY JAYMI NACIRI

So, you're getting ready to buy your first home, and you feel like you're at the mercy of the market. And your mortgage lender. In some ways, it might even feel like they're working against each other - especially if you're ...

Maximizing the Web in Your Real Estate Search

Before selecting a real estate agent or buying a home, most consumers head to the Internet first. Researching homes and real estate agents online can get you ahead of the game when it comes to narrowing down your options. But with so ...