Homebuying Looking for all Freddie Mac blog posts about homebuying? You'll find them here. What You Should Know About Buying a Home in Foreclosure Learn more about the benefits of purchasing a foreclosed or distressed home. Breathing New Life into Old: Buying Fixer-Upper and Distressed Homes Purchasing a fixer-upper or distressed home can be a smart financial investment, while also providing you with a place to call your own. Exploring Mortgage Options for Native Homebuyers There are many mortgage products available to finance the purchase, construction or renovation of homes on Native lands. Homebuying Negotiations: Responding to a Counteroffer Learn what is most commonly negotiated during homebuying and how to keep your wishes, your wallet and your cool throughout the process. A Closer Look at Housing Finance Agencies Learn more about what housing finance agencies do and how they help homebuyers.. Finding the Right Freddie Mac Mortgage Product for You Take a closer look at the various mortgage products offered by Freddie Mac. Understanding Who’s on Your Homebuying Team Your homebuying team is made up of professionals who are there to support you every step of the way. Let’s take a closer look at your team. Make It in Memphis: How One Homebuyer Achieved His Goal of Homeownership A 22-year-old homeowner shows how buying a home is possible with the help of educational resources, housing counselors and mortgage programs. 5 Tips for Buying New Construction Buying new construction can provide you with exciting choices, but the buying process is different and warrants some tips for success. Finding the Right Real Estate Agent to Help You Buy a Home Learn about the role real estate agents play and how to find the right one for you. Do I Need to Put Down 20% on a Home? You may be overestimating the upfront costs of homeownership. Some mortgage programs make it possible to put down as little as 3%. Spotting and Preventing Predatory Lending Learn more about the warning signs of predatory lending and your protections as a consumer.
