How to buy a house in 2025
Buying a home is complicated. This step-by-step guide will help you get to the finish line.
From finding your dream home to securing a great financing offer, we guide you through every step of the homebuying process.
Like any big project, a successful homebuying experience is all about getting the details right from start to finish. We’re here to help you navigate the process, save money and close the deal.
Buying a house is a major commitment. Before you begin shopping for properties or comparing mortgage options, you need to make sure you're ready to be a homeowner. We've curated our top articles and resources to help you with the big decisions.
Buying a home is complicated. This step-by-step guide will help you get to the finish line.
Buy now, or wait? It’s a question many aspiring homeowners are struggling with.
You’ll need more than just a down payment to afford a home purchase.
Connect with experienced agents who can guide you on your home journey
Bankrate consistently has offers well below the national average to help you fund your home for less.
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These prefab residences are much less expensive than traditional new construction.
Why wouldn’t an agent want to market listings to the biggest audience possible?
Real estate transfer taxes are different from property tax, estate tax and gift tax.
Our 8-step guide to a smooth, successful home sale.
In real estate, a pending sale means that the seller has accepted an offer on their home. But it can be complicated.
Selling to (or buying from) a family member is often called a non-arm’s-length transaction.
Momentum in the housing market is shifting away from the Sun Belt.
Title insurance can protect both you and your lender.
This method of ownership transfer is mainly used when no money is changing hands.
The Fed has again hit the pause button on rates. How will it affect the housing market?