Make an Offer Like a Boss
In Buy a Home: Step-by-StepThese 10 money- and time-saving steps can help you craft a winning bid.
Make an Offer & Negotiate
This is the pins-and-needles stage. It’s when your agent can help the most.
8 Simple Rules for Negotiating Your Offer and Getting That House
In Buy a Home: Step-by-StepYou and your agent are going to use everything you’ve learned to seal the deal.
What to Expect During a Home Inspection
In Buy a Home: Step-by-StepFrom finding an inspector to dealing with surprises — this is your guide to getting a house checked out.
Hey, Buyers: These Home Appraisal Tips Are for You
In Buy a Home: Step-by-StepWhat to expect, when to negotiate, and how to deal when things don’t go your way.
Q&A on Facebook: How to Make a Successful Offer
In Buy a Home: Step-by-StepYour questions answered: four Q&As on Facebook with real estate experts.
Prepare for Closing
Things are getting real! Look to your lender to guide you through the paperwork.
In Closing: How to Seal the Home-Buying Deal
In Buy a Home: Step-by-StepSign that paperwork. Write those checks. Get those keys!
How to Get Your Dream Home and Still Have Money Left Over
Smart Strategies for Buyers
Can You Afford That House? 6 Easy Ways to Find Out
In First-Time Home BuyerHow to make sure your craft beer hobby and monthly mortgage payments can co-exist.
8 Homebuying Fees to Budget for Besides the Downpayment
In First-Time Home BuyerApplication fees, appraisal, inspection … a lot of little costs start to add up. Here’s how to be prepared.
3 Must vs. Lust Buying Tips to Avoid Overspending
In House HuntingThe super-simple (and fun) way to separate needs from nice-to-haves.
All in House Negotiating & Closing
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Common Mistakes When Closing on a Home
In Buy & SellHear what title pros say to do — and not do — before closing on a house.
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6 Ways to Lose at Negotiating a House Price
Real estate negotiation tips so you can buy your dream home — and not overpay.
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Keep Your Cool – Here’s What Really Happens at Closings
Details matter, especially when it comes to the all-important Loan Estimate and Closing Disclosure.
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Hackers Are After Your Down Payment. How NOT to Get Scammed
6 things to start doing now to protect your dream-home funds
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Home Inspection: A Checklist for Buyers
A general home inspection only goes so far. Here’s what else you might need to know when considering the purchase of a house.
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5 Hush-Hush Secrets to Get Sellers to Choose Your Bid
How to get the home you want — even if your bid isn’t the highest
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This New Law Will Protect You From Surprise Closing Costs
No more 11th-hour hikes in your closing costs. New paperwork nixes that.
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7 Things New Homeowners Must Do Before Closing on a Mortgage
Make sure you do a walk-thru — and double-check the numbers because mistakes do happen.
