Buying

Mortgage information can be confusing; there is so much information involved in a mortgage. This article will make clear how the quitclaim and assumption affect a mortgage.

When a buyer works directly with the listing agent representing the seller, the question must be answered, “Who is representing me?”

Although most adults are pressured to buy a house, becoming a homeowner isn't for everyone. In this article, I highlight some of the downsides of purchasing land and a house as opposed to renting.

It's tough to find the perfect home because of price, location, and issues with the house. There's always something you won't like about the home; rarely is it ever perfect.

When buying a house, there are some important things you should look for that might not be immediately visible, including issues related to temperature differentials, water stains, poor sound insulation, and more.

Chase home lending promises on-time closing in as soon as three weeks or they will give you $2,500. This article explains why the closing guarantee is a scam and why customers should think twice before getting a mortgage through Chase.

Here are 7 reasons why home buyers should invest in a building and pest inspection with their home purchase, plus how to hire an inspector, what happens at the inspection, and when a seller should get an inspection done.

Have you just been pre-approved for an FHA mortgage? Wondering how much extra besides the down payment you've scrimped to save for that buying a home will cost you? Here are the costs you should expect to pay with an FHA mortgage.

Buying a property can be time-consuming and cumbersome, but depending on your life plans and where you live, it may actually be your smartest option. Here are the key reasons why buying remains a smart option for today's young people.

Looking for a new property? Read a list of 20 points to consider before making your decision.

Tips for first-time home buyers looking to purchase a house in Ireland.

What are your choices if you hate your new house? Learning not to hate it might be the easiest choice.

In this article, you will find out what you need to do before buying rural land. These tips are essential if you want to own a piece of land.

Buying land in a foreign country like the Philippines can be an intimidating process. In this article, I'll outline the process my wife and I went through buying land in the province of Cebu. It took some patience and a lot of visits to government offices, but we are now proud land owners!

Are you thinking about building or buying a tiny house RV? Here are some pros and cons to living tiny that will help you decide if a tiny house on wheels is right for you.

Advice that will help condominium owners to avoid upsetting and expensive problems that can result from dealing with unreasonable and sometimes malicious boards of directors.

Try these four strategies to help you save up for a down payment on a house, even if you have had financial setbacks or are working a minimum wage job.

Save up for a house down payment with a five-year plan. Decide how much to save per month and where to put the money. This approach can be used to save up for a down payment while renting.

In this article, find directions for integrating the benefits of owning a home and living in a recreational vehicle using methods that range from making an RV more livable to setting it up as part of an RV port configuration.

This article contains some advice that people who are considering buying into an over-55 condo community need to know that could save them many headaches.

Northamptonshire has busy, well-established towns, lush, green countryside, excellent, easy rail links into the Capital, yet property prices are amazingly reasonable. Want to find a bargain?

Grimsby, on Lincolnshire's coastline, has some of the U.K.'s cheapest houses. Other towns in the county are considerably more expensive. Learn more about Lincolnshire's property market . . .

Important information for people who are thinking of buying a condominium in Florida. All is not as it seems, so make sure you know the facts before buying.

A story of amazing highs and crushing lows as I navigated a particularly convoluted home purchase, my very first time ever acquiring real estate.

Be a wary and informed buyer. Some things to consider before buying a condominium conversion. What may seem like a bargain may be your worst nightmare.

A county of quaint coastal villages and dignified, historic towns, Suffolk is popular with holiday-makers and commuters into London. Property prices vary enormously county-wide.

Silverlake has long been the hot spot where L.A. hipsters. If the cool vibe isn't enough to make you want to live here, then check out these numbers that should encourage you to invest in a new home.

Cambridgeshire has earned the nickname Silicon Fen because of the many high-tech companies that have sprung up in this area. Cambridge is expensive property-wise, but nearby towns are cheaper.

Norfolk is a county of wide open vistas, intriguing waterways, a stunning coastline, and amazing wildlife habitats. But is property cheap here?

One important stage of the home buying process is the loan pre-approval, which lets you know how much house you can afford. Keeping a check on your credit and debt is crucial during this time.

Surely one of the UK's cheapest counties, South Yorkshire, is a property buyer's dream location: beautiful countryside, cosmopolitan towns and affordable property.

Not every home in Berkshire is an actual, real castle. With Windsor and Eton within its boundaries, Berkshire can be perceived as very up-market, but some locations are definitely cheaper than others.

The towns and villages of Derbyshire are amongst the UK's cheapest property locations, yet even here, there are huge variations from town to town.

Oxfordshire sleepy lanes and chocolate box villages are famous for their beauty, but are there any property bargains to be had?

Hampshire isn't the cheapest county in England, but some locations are definitely cheaper than others. Even within the New Forest area, there are huge variations.

As much as you can try to prepare for what to expect when purchasing your first home, the best way to learn is by actually going through it. I'll cover what to expect based on my experience.

Tips on how to avoid real estate disasters.

House prices in Devon range from very expensive to comparatively cheap. But which towns are the most affordable? Check out your favourite Devon locations here.

Cornwall is a treasure trove of hidden coves, sandy beaches, defunct tin mines, winding country lanes and quaint old villages nestled in rolling hillsides. If you're considering purchasing property in this idyllic English county, read on to learn how prices compare by town and village.

Essex is a county of contrasts, part city, part rural idyll, part seaside, part dockland. House prices reflect this diversity, with massive differences from town to town. Curious to see what's cheap?

Realistically, there is no such thing as a 'cheap' town in leafy Surrey. There are, however, a few 'cheaper' towns. Beautiful countryside and excellent rail links into London keep prices high here.

House prices in London and the South-East are generally some of the highest in the UK. But there are still bargains to be had. Read on to discover the cheapest towns in Kent.

With house prices rising rapidly, you may be wondering whether to relocate to another Sussex town to find your dream home. Here's some useful info to help you decide.

Mobile homes are an attractive buy for some folks because of the low cost. When buying an older one, however, there are some pitfalls you should definitely avoid. This article is full of tips and things to consider when searching for an older mobile home or trailer.

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When buying a home, purchasers look at construction, aesthetics, convenience, and weatherability—but rarely geology. In the wrong location, you could lose your home to floods.

I am a mother of two preschoolers and a current resident of Northern Virginia. My husband and I searched all over the Northern Virginia area for a great place to raise our children.

Find some practical advice on drafting a personal letter to accompany a home purchase offer in a very competitive housing market.

To buy an under-construction flat, builders offer two types of payment plans, pre EMI and full EMI.

This article explains the different types of representation given by real estate agents that are available to buyers and sellers of property in the state of Florida. Learn about why dual agency is outlawed in many states!