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Here's What to Look for When Buying a House

Home affordability tools help buyers assess potential purchases based on financial criteria.

Identifying needs vs. wants is essential when searching for a home.

Categorizing home requirements streamlines the buying process and decision-making.

House styles significantly influence buyer preference and decision-making.

Rocket Companies to acquire Redfin for $1.75B

Rocket Companies acquires Redfin for $1.75 billion to integrate home buying and financing services.

Jill On Money: Spring thaw for housing?

The housing market remains challenging for buyers due to high prices and rising costs, but there's potential relief in increasing inventory.

Rocket Mortgage Is Acqiring Redfin. You Read That Correctly Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

Rocket has acquired Redfin in an all-stock transaction, aiming to enhance the home-buying experience through technology.

Pause Saving for Your Future To Buy a House Now, According to Dave Ramsey

Dave Ramsey advises potential homebuyers to temporarily pause retirement contributions to fund down payments, a controversial but pragmatic strategy.

How Can I Lower Climate Risks When Buying a House?

Climate change risks increasingly influence home-buying decisions, necessitating consideration of both immediate disasters and long-term infrastructure costs.

After the Fires, Los Angeles Becomes Even Tougher for New Buyers

The housing market in Los Angeles is highly competitive, making it challenging for families like Joel Cruz's to purchase their first home.

Rocket Companies to acquire Redfin for $1.75B

Rocket Companies acquires Redfin for $1.75 billion to integrate home buying and financing services.

Jill On Money: Spring thaw for housing?

The housing market remains challenging for buyers due to high prices and rising costs, but there's potential relief in increasing inventory.

Rocket Mortgage Is Acqiring Redfin. You Read That Correctly Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

Rocket has acquired Redfin in an all-stock transaction, aiming to enhance the home-buying experience through technology.

Pause Saving for Your Future To Buy a House Now, According to Dave Ramsey

Dave Ramsey advises potential homebuyers to temporarily pause retirement contributions to fund down payments, a controversial but pragmatic strategy.

How Can I Lower Climate Risks When Buying a House?

Climate change risks increasingly influence home-buying decisions, necessitating consideration of both immediate disasters and long-term infrastructure costs.

After the Fires, Los Angeles Becomes Even Tougher for New Buyers

The housing market in Los Angeles is highly competitive, making it challenging for families like Joel Cruz's to purchase their first home.

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Kevin Garnett's former Concord home is for sale

Kevin Garnett's former Concord home featuring 5 bedrooms and luxury amenities is listed for $5.975 million, nestled on 12.7 acres of conservation land.

Should I pay off my low-interest student loan before buying a home?

Maintaining low-interest student loans can be beneficial while preparing to buy a home.

I Saved $100K by 30, Now What Should I Do With My Savings for Future Growth?

Sally should wait to buy a house with her partner and consider long-term investment options.

Should I pay off my low-interest student loan before buying a home?

Maintaining low-interest student loans can be beneficial while preparing to buy a home.

I Saved $100K by 30, Now What Should I Do With My Savings for Future Growth?

Sally should wait to buy a house with her partner and consider long-term investment options.

I Thought Buying Down My Mortgage Rate Was a Bad Idea-Here's How It Could Make Me $171,000

Buying down a mortgage rate can be beneficial, but typically only if you plan to stay in your home for a long time.

Lake Property for Sale: How To Buy a Waterfront Home

Waterfront properties can provide a vacation-like lifestyle.

Research and explore multiple markets before purchasing.

Consider homeowners associations and associated fees before committing.

Choosing between a vacant lot or an existing home requires careful consideration.

I Thought Buying Down My Mortgage Rate Was a Bad Idea-Here's How It Could Make Me $171,000

Buying down a mortgage rate can be beneficial, but typically only if you plan to stay in your home for a long time.

Lake Property for Sale: How To Buy a Waterfront Home

Waterfront properties can provide a vacation-like lifestyle.

Research and explore multiple markets before purchasing.

Consider homeowners associations and associated fees before committing.

Choosing between a vacant lot or an existing home requires careful consideration.

#housing-market

What Millennial Homebuyers Really Want in a New Home-and It's Not Lots of Space

Millennials prefer smaller, high-quality homes with better amenities over larger homes with fewer perks.

REsimpli: Homebuyers may accept longer mortgage terms

Most mortgage borrowers are willing to extend terms to manage costs.

High home prices and mortgage rates are major concerns for buyers.

There's an increasing openness to purchasing fixer-uppers.

Pessimism prevails about the housing market's future challenges.

Are You Ready To Buy A Home? Ask Yourself These 8 Questions First

Deciding to buy a home is a personal journey based on individual readiness, not a fixed timeline.

What Millennial Homebuyers Really Want in a New Home-and It's Not Lots of Space

Millennials prefer smaller, high-quality homes with better amenities over larger homes with fewer perks.

REsimpli: Homebuyers may accept longer mortgage terms

Most mortgage borrowers are willing to extend terms to manage costs.

High home prices and mortgage rates are major concerns for buyers.

There's an increasing openness to purchasing fixer-uppers.

Pessimism prevails about the housing market's future challenges.

Are You Ready To Buy A Home? Ask Yourself These 8 Questions First

Deciding to buy a home is a personal journey based on individual readiness, not a fixed timeline.

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The 10 Cities With the Best Weather in the U.S., Ranked

Oxnard, California, has the best weather in the U.S. characterized by mild, sunny, and dry conditions.

Mediterranean climate attracts homebuyers seeking pleasant year-round climates.

Buying a house with asbestos? What you need to know

Asbestos presence can be a negotiation point for homebuyers, especially for renovations.

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Loan officers are seeing an uptick in FHA, VA demand

Government loan demand is increasing due to lower mortgage rates.

FHA loans are preferred by first-time buyers with lower credit scores.

Certain geographic areas show higher concentrations of government loans.

What Is the Average Down Payment on a House?

Down payment expectations are changing; the traditional 20% is not strictly required.

First-time homebuyers currently face lower median down payments compared to repeat buyers.

Property buyers in France boosted by drop in mortgage rates

Lower mortgage rates and property prices are improving access to the French housing market.

Loan officers are seeing an uptick in FHA, VA demand

Government loan demand is increasing due to lower mortgage rates.

FHA loans are preferred by first-time buyers with lower credit scores.

Certain geographic areas show higher concentrations of government loans.

What Is the Average Down Payment on a House?

Down payment expectations are changing; the traditional 20% is not strictly required.

First-time homebuyers currently face lower median down payments compared to repeat buyers.

Property buyers in France boosted by drop in mortgage rates

Lower mortgage rates and property prices are improving access to the French housing market.

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How a housing nonprofit survives the age of DOGE

Many middle-income groups may qualify for down payment assistance programs but are unaware of their options.

NeighborWorks plays a vital role in building homes and supporting first-time homebuyers with financial education and assistance.

8 things to check when buying a house with a septic tank

Consider septic tank history and regulations when buying country homes.

Shared septic tanks can complicate property transactions but may offer cost benefits.

Environmental compliance is crucial with septic systems.

What's the ideal age to reach a life milestone? Many Americans say it depends

Americans believe there is no universal ideal age for major life milestones, with many choosing to reach them later than previous generations.

#financial-planning

How Much Money Do I Need to Buy a House?

Homebuying costs extend beyond the down payment, including earnest money and closing costs that can significantly affect total expenditure.

We have $3.5 million invested and plan to retire soon - can we afford a $1.5 million house?

Affordability is critical when considering a $1.5 million home purchase, especially with retirement plans in sight.

I moved from California to a tiny town in Kansas, where I bought my first home and feel like I'm finally winning at life

Moving from California to Kansas allowed Kaitlyn and Jack to afford a home and improve their financial situation.

How Much Money Do I Need to Buy a House?

Homebuying costs extend beyond the down payment, including earnest money and closing costs that can significantly affect total expenditure.

We have $3.5 million invested and plan to retire soon - can we afford a $1.5 million house?

Affordability is critical when considering a $1.5 million home purchase, especially with retirement plans in sight.

I moved from California to a tiny town in Kansas, where I bought my first home and feel like I'm finally winning at life

Moving from California to Kansas allowed Kaitlyn and Jack to afford a home and improve their financial situation.

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2 credit cards offer up to 5% back when you buy a new house, but there's a catch

The Rocket Visa Signature® Card provides 5% cash back for Rocket Mortgage purchases, while Bilt Rewards offers points for home purchases through specific agents.

I'm in my mid-30s with a $425k house and am looking to upgrade to a $1.4 million home - am I biting off more than I can chew?

Affordability does not guarantee the wisdom of purchasing a more expensive house.

7 housebuying mistakes - and the ways to avoid them

Conducting a proper survey before buying a house is crucial to avoid costly mistakes.

Researching the neighborhood is as important as inspecting the property itself.

As mortgage insurance gets cheaper, PMI becomes less of a dirty word'

Private mortgage insurance (PMI) is now seen as potentially beneficial, especially as rates decrease, allowing lower down payments for first-time buyers.

This is the minimum amount of money you need to buy a house

Understanding the costs involved in buying a house is crucial to prevent time wasted on unsuitable properties.

A New York City Conundrum: Co-ops or Condos?

Choosing between co-ops and condos in NYC real estate hinges on buyer preferences, investment goals, and desired flexibility.

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