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First Time Home Buyer Tips

Buying a home for the first time can be overwhelming, but these tips on doing so make the process a lot more simple.

Are “Offers Due By” Deadlines on Their Way Out? Real Estate
Here’s what the experts had to say.
Heather Bien
2 days ago
5 Details You Should Really Pay Attention to in HOA Contracts
REAL ESTATE
Don’t overlook them.
Kristin Marguerite Doidge
Aug 16, 2023
The One Thing You Need to Do to Get Ready to Buy a House This Fall Real Estate
It’s imperative.
Sarah Kuta
Aug 15, 2023
6 Little Goodies That'll Make Your House Keys Sparkle Real Estate
Why not add a little personality to utility?
Sarah Magnuson
Aug 13, 2023
5 Places to Buy Geodesic Dome House Kits Real Estate
They're affordable *and* sustainable.
Sarah Magnuson
Aug 11, 2023
I Used My Friend as a Real Estate Agent — Here’s What I Learned
REAL ESTATE
Our business relationship was different from our friendship.
Steph Mickelson
Aug 7, 2023
5 Super Common Things You Don’t Realize Are Tanking Your Home’s Value Real Estate
They could cost you big time.
Lauren Wellbank
Aug 6, 2023
The Reasons to Love Living on a Cul-de-Sac Are the Same Reasons to Hate It Real Estate
Here are the pros and cons.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Jul 31, 2023
I Used a Professional Hypnotist to Help Me with Homebuying Stress Real Estate
Here’s how it went.
Megan Johnson
Jul 18, 2023
Never Break These 5 Etiquette Rules While House-Hunting
REAL ESTATE
According to a pro.
Dana McMahan
Jul 18, 2023
These 10 States Have the Highest HOA Fees in the U.S. Real Estate
Ahh, HOA fees. You either love them or you hate them.
Jennifer Billock
Jul 17, 2023
The Unexpected Thing You’re Forgetting to Check for at Open Houses
REAL ESTATE
Stop and listen for a moment.
Kelli Finger
Jul 14, 2023
Why You Might Want to Try "Town Hunting" Instead of House Hunting
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Here’s exactly how to do it.
Quincy Bulin
Jul 14, 2023
6 “Beige Flags” You'll See at an Open House, According to Real Estate Agents Real Estate
They’ll give you pause, but they’re harmless.
Brittany Anas
Jul 12, 2023
5 Things I’ll Never Regret Buying for My First House Real Estate
And the one housewarming present I’ll buy for myself the next time I move.
Lauren Wellbank
Jul 11, 2023
Follow These 3 Rules If You Want to Buy Property with Siblings Real Estate
For starters, the first-born doesn't always know best!
Kristin Marguerite Doidge
Jun 23, 2023
My Dad’s Critical Piece of Real Estate Advice for Homebuyers with Kids Real Estate
He speaks from experience.
Sarah Magnuson
Jun 18, 2023
5 Things That Immediately Give Home Inspectors “the Ick” Real Estate
According to a TikTok-famous professional.
Brittany Anas
Jun 15, 2023
I’m a Realtor — Here's What I Wish Buyers Would Inspect More Closely Real Estate
To help avoid buyer’s remorse.
Mary MacGregor
Jun 14, 2023
The Open-House Faux Pas Real Estate Experts Urge You Not to Make Real Estate
Not using the bathroom is a given.
Megan Johnson
Jun 12, 2023
7 Kinds of Flowers Homebuyers Love Seeing in Front Yards Real Estate
According to real estate pros.
Heather Bien
Jun 3, 2023
The Glaring Red Flag That Signals a House Was Hurriedly Flipped Real Estate
Here are three reasons to pause before putting in an offer.
Heather Bien
Jun 1, 2023
10 Things I Wish Somebody Told Me Before I Bought an Airbnb Property Real Estate
It’s certainly not “passive” income.
Heather Bien
May 20, 2023
What You Might Not Realize About Buying the Newest House on the Block Real Estate
People often equate “new” with “best.”
Barbara Bellesi Zito
May 19, 2023
Why Real Estate Agents Want You to Watch Out for "Emotional Taxes" Real Estate
They can pop up during the homebuying process.
Brittany Anas
May 16, 2023
8 Things Nobody Tells You About Buying a House with a Big Yard Real Estate
Yard work is your gym membership now.
Candace Nelson
May 2, 2023
5的事情要做,如果你想买你的租金Your Landlord Real Estate
Here's how to make it happen.
Caroline Biggs
Apr 21, 2023
4 Questions Home Stagers Are Tired of Hearing from Buyers Real Estate
They wish you wouldn’t ask them while house-hunting.
Lauren Wellbank
Apr 17, 2023
You Should Meet with a Mortgage Lender Now — Even If You’re Not Ready to Buy a House Real Estate
Experts say to do it as soon as possible.
Sarah Kuta
Apr 14, 2023
3 Outdated Pieces of Homebuying Advice from 2020 to Ditch This Spring Real Estate
A lot has changed in the last few years.
Terri Huggins
Apr 11, 2023
5 Oft-Forgotten Homebuying Tasks Real Estates Agents Say You Need to Prioritize Real Estate
Rookies tend to overlook these to-do list items.
Brittany Anas
Apr 10, 2023
The 5 Most Important Things to Know If You Want to Buy a House This Spring Real Estate
Buyers might have a fighting chance, according to real estate experts.
Sarah Kuta
Apr 8, 2023
I Couldn’t Decide What Color to Paint My House — So a Color Concierge Helped Me Real Estate
Here’s what I didn’t realize about exterior paint jobs.
Ashley Abramson
Apr 7, 2023
6 Questions You're Going to Wish You Asked Before Buying Your House
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Bring these up before saying yes to a new address.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Apr 5, 2023
4 Trends You're Going to See in Every Real Estate Listing Photo This Year Real Estate
Keep an eye out for these while Zillow scrolling.
Jennifer Billock
Apr 5, 2023
We Asked 8 Real Estate Pros About Their Favorite Style of Area Rug Real Estate
Here’s what they said.
Josephine Nesbit
Apr 4, 2023
6 Unexpected Lessons Our Home Director Learned While Buying Her First House Real Estate
This insight will help you navigate your purchase and maybe save a little cash, too.
Danielle Blundell
Apr 1, 2023
I Keep Seeing “Twin Home” Real Estate Listings. But What Actually Are They?
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Hint: They’re not duplexes.
Steph Mickelson
Mar 29, 2023
Cash-Strapped Buyers Are Investing in “Second Homes” First Real Estate
Here are 5 things to know before you try it.
Brittany Anas
Mar 28, 2023
My New Neighbor Is My 85-Year-Old Grandmother — And It's the Best
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I was worried about both of our boundaries at first, but now we’ve developed a routine.
Caroline Eubanks
Mar 27, 2023
How to Remove Listing Photos of Your Home from the Internet Real Estate
There’s a reason why homeowners want these taken down after closing.
Lauren Wellbank
Mar 26, 2023
Homes with the Same Square Footage Can Appear to Be Wildly Different Sizes Real Estate
A 900-square-foot studio and a 1,000-square-foot house aren’t too different on paper, but they are in person.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Mar 25, 2023
5 Things That Immediately Give Real Estate Agents “The Ick” Real Estate
No one is immune to the ick.
Brittany Anas
Mar 21, 2023
3 Telltale Signs the House You're Buying Has Hard Water Issues Real Estate
You don't even have to take a test shower at the open house.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Mar 15, 2023
5 Kitchen Island Trends on Their Way Out, According to Real Estate Experts Real Estate
Here’s what to steer clear of.
Jennifer Billock
Mar 12, 2023
What Is the MLS, Anyway? Real Estate Agents Explain Real Estate
Here’s what to know.
Jennifer Prince
Mar 11, 2023
The New Dilemma Facing Home Sellers Isn’t a Financial Question—It’s a Moral One Real Estate
As if the housing market wasn’t stressful enough.
Brittany Anas
Mar 9, 2023
I Don't Plan on Buying a House Soon, But I Still Go to Open Houses — Here's Why Real Estate
My fiancé and I always debrief and power-rank our favorite listings.
Kelsey Mulvey
Mar 8, 2023
The Timeless Details Real Estate Agents Always Recommend You Add to Your Home Real Estate
Especially if it's time to sell.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Mar 5, 2023
The Huge Mistake I Made While Trying to Prevent My Pipes from Bursting Real Estate
Here's how you can avoid it.
Heather Bien
Mar 4, 2023
These 4 People Bought Their Homes for Below Listing Price Real Estate
Here's how they did it.
Heather Bien
Mar 3, 2023
The Genius Ways Real Estate Agents Hide Cords and Wires Before a Showing Real Estate
Ever consider weaving them through baskets?
Laura Ratliff
Mar 2, 2023
这些都是房地产经纪人Nice-S的秘密melling Home Real Estate
That aren't cookies or candles.
Megan Johnson
Mar 1, 2023
这是要做什么如果你不能看另ther House for Sale Real Estate
Homebuyer fatigue is very real.
Sarah Kuta
Feb 27, 2023
I Had the Buyers of My House Over for Dinner — And It Was Emotional Real Estate
People were surprised I invited them.
Shifrah Combiths
Feb 21, 2023
Here's a Surefire Way to Kill the Vibes While Selling a House Real Estate
According to a home inspector.
Sarah Kuta
Feb 19, 2023
These Are the Bedroom Upgrades You Shouldn’t Spend Too Much Money On Real Estate
According to real estate pros.
Lauren Wellbank
Feb 17, 2023
The Single Best Piece of Advice I’ve Ever Gotten from a Real Estate Agent Real Estate
It's so simple.
Brittany Anas
Feb 14, 2023
7 Outdated Entryway Features That Homebuyers Always Notice Real Estate
They're ready for a refresh.
Nichole Talbot
Feb 13, 2023
The Stairway Mistakes Real Estate Agents Wish You Wouldn't Make Real Estate
They're no-nos.
Lauren Wellbank
Feb 12, 2023
The Important Reason You Should Always Check Which Way a Driveway Faces Real Estate
Pay attention on your next home tour.
Sarah Kuta
Feb 7, 2023