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Stop Paying Rent
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What is the single most important rule in finding a home?
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What would you recommend as the best first step in home buying?
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Who pays the fee of a buyer's agent?
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What are some tips every home buyer should know to get started?
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What are the essential steps every first-time buyer should know?
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What are some questions I should ask a prospective agent?
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What can a real estate agent do for me that I can’t do for myself?
Finding Your Just-Right Home
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Why is it smart to size up the schools before buying a home?
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Is it better to buy in a new home area or a resale community?
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What should we look for in choosing a quality school?
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When and how do you determine the differences between schools?
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When looking for a community what are some advantages of buying a used home?
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What advice would you give to help me decide between my two favorite homes?
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What clues should I look for in checking out a neighborhood?
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What do real estate agents mean when they say the three most important factors in selecting a home are 'location, location, location'?
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Beyond the home itself, what should I look for in the property?
Negotiating Best Offer
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Are there guidelines to how much a buyer should offer?
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Buying a home directly from the owner will save on the cost of the house, right?
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What happens after I present my offer?
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How can a I be certain I’m getting what I think I’m paying for?
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How does a 'drive-by appraisal' help me bargain better?
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What are some inside tips to close a deal if the seller won’t budge on price?
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Can a used house compete effectively against new construction?
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What do you suggest if I have to close a real estate deal from a distance?
First-Time Buyer Pitfalls
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What do lenders look for in borrowers?
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Should I ask for a home inspection before I buy?
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I’ve heard about 'agency.' Who does a real estate agent really work for?
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We like new homes, but what are some mistakes we should take care to avoid?
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I’ve found the home I want, but it needs a lot of repair. Can I borrow money for both the mortgage and the repair?
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If the price we offer on a home is higher than the appraisal, can we get our deposit money back if the loan falls through?
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Timing seems to be critical. Should I wait until interest rates drop?
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What do I do if I can’t move into my new home for quite some time?
Mortgage Strategies
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What does it mean to be an 'A,'B','C' or 'D' borrower?
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What is a two-step mortgage?
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Can you tell me about recent lending regulations that might help me find a lender?
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How should I go about looking for a mortgage broker?
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How strict are lenders when it comes to credit standing?
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Are there any questions we should be sure to ask a potential lender?
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What can you tell me about the debt-to-income ratio lenders use to qualify borrowers?
Getting Right Loan
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Are there any inside tips on down payments for first-time buyers?
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What do you advise in the event I’m turned down for a mortgage?
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What practical steps can I take to improve my chances of getting a loan?
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Can you tell me some things I should consider when shopping for a loan?
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How does a 'no-cost loan' work?
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Is it true VA loans are easier to get these days?
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What are some creative loan options I might want to consider?
Money-Saving Tips
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We’re a little tight on cash. How can we shift some settlement costs to reduce out of pocket expenses?
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What, exactly, is escrow?
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Will I be able to find out the results of the appraisal?
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Will I have to get mortgage insurance?
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What are some sources for out-of-pocket cash to pay closing costs?
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What are some typical closing costs?
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What should I expect at the final 'walk through?'
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Once a settlement date is set, can it be changed?
Special Topics
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Are there any tips on how to get ready to move?
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What is a contingency?
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What is earnest money?
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Which settlement expenses can buyers deduct on their taxes?
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How do you buy a home at auction?
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What relocation solutions do you suggest for single parents?
First-Time Buyer
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TAX CREDIT: What Would You Do With $8,000?
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FIRST TIME: How To Buy The Most Home For Your Money
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NEGOTIATE: How To Buy Your First Home At The Price You Want
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TIRE KICKING: First Buyer Secrets To Check A Home's Condition
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GET REAL: Why Pay The Mortgage On Someone Else's House?
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QUALIFY: How Much First House Can You Really Afford?
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