How to Find the Right Home for You The right home is out there if you know what you’re looking for. Begin with a list of needs, wants and deal-breakers. Memory Lane: Spring Homebuying That's a wrap! Test your knowledge in our homebuying quiz to see what you've learn this spring. Cruise Control: Settling into Homeownership You purchased your dream home and you're a homeowner. Now what? Amortization: Filling Up Your Tank Learn how this important table serves as the financial fuel gauge of your mortgage. Last Stop: Closing Day Your destination is on the horizon and it's time to close the deal. Here's what to expect on closing day. Making Your Offer: No U-turns You’re moving full speed ahead and preparing to make an offer on your dream home. Here's what you need to know. Beginner's Guide to Home Equity What is equity and how can you build it? Pit Stop: Time to Test Your Knowledge You're half-way through the homebuying road trip. Let's take a quick break to see what you've learned so far. Interest Rates: How to Navigate the Roads Ahead Lenders set interest rates based on several factors- here's what steps you can take to secure the best rate possible. Know About Mortgages Before You Go Which mortgage product is best for you? Budgeting for Your Journey: Part II Now is when the rubber meets the road, finalizing your loan and preparing for your monthly mortgage payments. Budgeting for Your Journey Budgeting for your journey is never as much fun as the trip itself, but it's a critical part of the ride. Gas Up for Your Down Payment Be sure you have the right tools when thinking about your down payment. Pre-approval Letter: Passport to Homeownership What is a pre-approval letter and how do you get one? Map It Out: The Homebuying Timeline Before you hit the road, you should be able to answer the question: what are the steps in the homebuying process? Co-Pilot(s): Assembling your Team There are many people involved in your homebuying journey, and having the right people along for the ride can help navigate through the process. Listen Now: Hottest Homebuying Playlist Playlists can make any journey more enjoyable and smooth sailing (even dancing!). Spring Break or Spring Homebuying? This spring homebuying season we're taking you on a road trip.
