HomeLight

APRIL 14, 2023

But even though the monthly mortgage payments fit into your budget, you’re concerned about coming up with enough cash for a myriad of closing costs in addition to the down payment. Find a Buyer's Agent What are closing costs? Some of these costs, such as property taxes and insurance, apply to homeownership in general.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

A new construction home — yours from the ground up, with no prior owners — sparkles with possibility. Here, we’ve enlisted the expert advice of top agents, industry insiders, and recent homebuyers to address key questions to ask when buying a new construction home. Should I hire an agent for new construction?

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HomeLight

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Gaining an early understanding of the legal documents for buying a house will help you avoid confusion and keep stress levels to a minimum while you’re in the midst of negotiations , inspections , and closing. Your agreement with a buyer’s agent may be one of the first legal documents you’ll encounter when buying a home.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 9, 2022

It’s the first financial move you’ll make in securing your new home purchase. Since a down payment is, as the term suggests, the amount of money you’re putting down on the purchase of your home, your mortgage lender will need to see proof of these funds fairly early on in the approval process. Don’t forget about closing costs.

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Broke Agent Media

MAY 16, 2023

Given 72% of sellers are also buyers, it’s not earth-shattering news that both sides are often willing to see things from the other side’s perspective—and make concessions to speed things along. After all, the harder it is to buy a home, the more difficult it is for buyer-sellers to move ahead with a sale.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Before you start looking for homes in Florida, you want to determine if you’re ready to purchase one. Consider factors such as how long you plan to be in the area, if you have steady employment, and if you have enough money saved for not just the down payment, but for closing costs , maintenance, property taxes, and more.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 13, 2021

You’re going to be busy on closing day, and it’s always helpful to know what’s to come — because there are a lot of documents to sign! Closing documents for buyers: The basics. You’ll need to bring or sign a whole slew of documents to complete the purchase. Closing Disclosure. Photo identification. Title documents.

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