First-Time Homebuyers
If you’re new to buying a home, here’s what you can expect and how to navigate the process
Latest First-Time Homebuyer Articles
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Should you apply for a mortgage online?
Most lenders offer a way to apply for a mortgage online, but it’s not for everyone. Here’s what to consider.
7 min read Mar 21, 2025 -
Rhode Island first-time homebuyer assistance programs
If you’re a first-time homebuyer in Rhode Island, help is available.
5 min read Mar 21, 2025 -
Prequalified vs. preapproved: What’s the difference?
They sound similar, but only one assures home sellers you’re a serious buyer.
4 min read Mar 20, 2025 -
Montana first-time homebuyer assistance programs
If you’re a first-time homebuyer in Montana, help is available.
7 min read Mar 20, 2025 -
Tennessee first-time homebuyer assistance programs
If you’re a first-time homebuyer in Tennessee, help is available.
5 min read Mar 20, 2025 -
Louisiana first-time homebuyer assistance programs
If you’re a first-time homebuyer in Louisiana, help is available.
8 min read Mar 19, 2025 -
Maine first-time homebuyer assistance programs
If you’re a first-time homebuyer in Maine, help is available.
6 min read Mar 18, 2025 -
Conforming loans: What they are and how they work
It’s a mortgage has to adhere to certain standards — to protect both you and the lender.
7 min read Mar 18, 2025 -
Delaware first-time homebuyer assistance programs
If you’re a first-time homebuyer in Delaware, help is available.
5 min read Mar 17, 2025 -
Georgia first-time homebuyer assistance programs
If you’re a first-time homebuyer in Georgia, help is available.
8 min read Mar 17, 2025
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