how to buy a home: Why Did Your Credit Score Drop? - 03/07/21 08:06 PM
Why did your credit score drop?
If you’ve seen a change in your credit score recently, you may be wondering why. There are a number of factors that contribute to a dropping credit score and it is important to know what may be causing that! When buying a home, it is important to maintain your credit and not make any major purchases that could impact your score. Here are the top 5 reasons for a drop in credit:
YOU MADE A LATE PAYMENT
Accounting for about 30% of your total rating, your payment history has a big impact on your credit score. If you … (3 comments)

how to buy a home: How to save money to buy a home - 04/11/19 09:24 AM
Are you thinking about buying a home and just don’t know where to start? Before you even begin looking at homes, consider how much you may need to save to make the process as smooth as possible for you, especially in the long run. While there are situations where you don’t need a large down payment for a home, having one can save you money down the road.
Saving for a down payment is slightly different than other large savings, like retirement. With those savings, you can set aside smaller amounts or invest the money. Because you will need your down … (3 comments)

how to buy a home: Tips To Get Settled In A New Home - 04/01/19 04:15 PM
Moving into a new home? We know how exciting it can be! We’ve compiled a list of a few things you can do after your move to make sure your experience is comfortable. The hardest part of a move is getting settled in, after that, you just’ll need to handle a few loose ends that sometimes get forgotten about until the last minute.
CHECK MAJOR APPLIANCES
Be sure to check all the appliances to ensure everything is still in working order after the move. You want to make sure nothing was broken in the move or stopped working suddenly. Look at things such … (1 comments)

how to buy a home: Buying a Home During The Holiday Season - 12/05/13 11:24 PM
Buying a Home During The Holidays
What better Christmas present can you get then a new home? Many sellers avoid selling their home towards the end of the year but those sellers that hang on through the holiday season tend to be very serious sellers. Consider the For Sale sign- a Welcome sign. Buyers can take advantage of this. Though the number of homes for sale may be limited during the holiday season, there are many deals awaiting. 
Another great reason to buy a home during the holiday season is because there is less competition. Many buyers hold off looking for … (2 comments)

 
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