Help For First-Time Home Buyers | RealEstate.com USA

credit check to buy a home

Do This Three-Step Summer Credit Check if You Want a Home by Christmas

Late payments = a big no-no.

best personal finance podcasts

5 Essential Personal Finance Podcasts

There’s something for everyone here!

Rewiring an old house

The Ins and Outs of Rewiring an Old House

Cloth wrapping is NOT a good sign.

what is a coming soon listing

Are Coming Soon Listings the Best Bet for First-Time Buyers?

While you wait, get your finances in order.

how much life insurance do I need

How Much Life Insurance Do I Need?

Three strategies to help you answer the question

The costs of buying a home

What is All-In Monthly Pricing?

Shop for homes by monthly price!

Find your first dream home on RealEstate.com

Browse By Category:

Trying to Improve Your Credit Scores With Retail Store Cards Is Probably a Bad Idea

It may not be worth it.

Will a Balance Transfer Help Your Credit Scores?

Maxing out your credit scores before a mortgage application is a wise strategy. And, it’s no secret that credit card debt can be a problem any time, but more so...

Three Lessons You Should Teach Your Children About Credit

Co-signing is a no-no

5 Ways to Improve Your Credit Score Fast

Totally legit!

Is Experian Boost Legit?

Don't discount this!

Judgements Have Been Wiped From Credit Reports. But There’s a But

Coming clean is the best policy.

The Credit Come Up

10 Fixer-Upper Houses For Sale That Deserve a Second Chance

Won't you adopt one of these beauties?

5 Inexpensive DIY Backyard Shade Ideas

'Cause the sun can turn an outdoor room into a bake oven.

Three Simple DIY Driveway Ideas

Create parking where there is none.

Fixer Upper 404s

Is New Home Construction the Answer for First-Time Home Buyers?

As home buyers find it more and more difficult to jump into the housing market, the industry looks for more ways to smooth the path to homeownership while not putting...

Real Estate IRL

Letter to Home Seller: Does a Personal Note Give You a Leg Up?

When the market gets tough, the tough write letters.

My Appraisal Came in Low: Why It Happens and Buyer Options

Option 1: Ask the seller to drop the price.

Are Coming Soon Listings the Best Bet for First-Time Buyers?

While you wait, get your finances in order.

Is a Dual Agency Relationship Risky?

Buyers and sellers sometimes have the option of entering into a dual real estate agency relationship with their real estate agent. Although this is not necessarily a problem, you should...

Finding Your First Home

An Expert Explains How to Sidestep Mortgage Insurance With Less Than 20 Down

You've got options!

5 Ways to Get the Highest Appraised Value on Your Home

When it comes time to refinance or sell your home, getting a high house appraisal is crucial. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to assure that you receive credit...

Writing Contingencies into Your Home Purchase Offer

When it comes to real estate contracts for buying or selling a home, contingencies hold the key to either big savings or large potential losses. What do you need to...

How to Spring Clean Your Finances

Have you abandoned new year's goals? Try again.

Your Money Hustle