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What Are “Home Warranties”, And Should I Consider Them?

http://videotap.wistia.com/medias/kjbawmb1jy?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 You’ll see some pictures in this video to help you remember later, but essentially, home warranties offer you protection for a specific period of time, such as one...

Are There Special Mortgages For First-Time Homebuyers?

http://videotap.wistia.com/medias/mcjhi41j77?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Yes. Like the video shows, lenders now offer several affordable mortgage options which can help first-time homebuyers overcome obstacles that made purchasing a home...

What Is Earnest Money, And How Much Should I Set Aside?

http://videotap.wistia.com/medias/lsfrlskyqm?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Like the video shows, “earnest money” is money you put down to demonstrate your seriousness about buying a home. It must be substantial enough to demonstrate good faith...

How Can I Keep Track Of All The Homes I See?

http://videotap.wistia.com/medias/n6esnt79h3?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 There are some great tips in this video, like: if possible, take photographs of each house: the outside, the major rooms, the yard and extra features that you like or...

What Should I Look For When Walking Through A Home?

http://videotap.wistia.com/medias/6i7vaxt9zw?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 As we show you in this video, in addition to comparing the home to your minimum requirement and wish lists use the HUD Home Scorecard and consider the following: Is...

Is An Older Home A Better Value Than A New One?

http://videotap.wistia.com/medias/v47hv8d634?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Well, as this story shows, there isn't a definitive answer to this question. You should look at each home for its individual characteristics. Generally, older homes may...

What Questions Should I Ask When Looking At Homes?

http://videotap.wistia.com/medias/u47holqre4?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 As you’ll see in this video, many of your questions should focus on potential problems and maintenance issues. Does anything need to be replaced? What things...

How Do I Begin The Process Of Buying A Home?

http://videotap.wistia.com/medias/nun0bo5qzj?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Remember these pointers from the video: start by thinking about your situation. Are you ready to buy a home? How much can you afford in a monthly mortgage payment? How...

How Does Purchasing A Home Compare With Renting?

http://videotap.wistia.com/medias/sgduock255?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Like the guy in the video says, the two don't really compare at all. The one advantage of renting is being generally free of most maintenance responsibilities. But by...

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