New year, new home? Whip your financial resume into shape to improve your home-buying odds. Thinking of buying a home this year? We compiled five New Year’s resolutions that can help you keep your financial resume in tiptop shape. 1. Avoid job hopping Employment history and income are two of…
Am I even considered a first-time homebuyer? This might initially sound like a “duh” question with a “duh” answer to you. But you’d be surprised how many scenarios can actually consider you a first-time homebuyer. At face value, you would think it would mean this is the first time you’ve ever purchased…
Buying a home can be overwhelming, so a first-time home-buying checklist assists those new to the real estate market. Since purchasing a home is better than renting, your money goes into an asset that will remain yours instead of the landlord’s pockets. In addition, there are many tax benefits to…