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First Time Home Buyer

down payment gift rules

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What to Know if You're Using Gift Money for a Down Payment

A dark gray, two-story house with white garage and plants outfront.

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How to Get a Mortgage

Quiz: Is Buying a Fixer-Upper Home Right for You?

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Quiz: Is Buying a Fixer-Upper Home Right for You?

may housing market report

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Putting 20% Down Can Increase Your Chances of Finding an Affordable Home in These 21 Markets

how to qualify for a mortgage

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How to Qualify for a Mortgage

Saving money on your closing costs may require shopping around for your services.

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How to Reduce Closing Costs

Home-buying resources for veterans

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5 Important Home-Buying Resources for Veterans

What Is a Debt-to-Income Ratio (DTI)?

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What Is a Debt-to-Income Ratio (DTI)?

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The Buyer Agreement: What You Need to Know

How much is a down payment on a house

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How Much Is a Down Payment on a House?

best plants for the house

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7 Plants Highly Recommended for Your Home

How Many Credit Checks Before Closing on a Home?

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How Many Credit Checks Before Closing on a Home?

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