Are You A First-Time Homebuyer?

First-Time Homebuyer Video Resources
How much down payment do I need for a house?
Many first-time homebuyers believe they have to put 20 percent down on a home. But that’s far from true.
Government Program for First Time Home Buyers
Government program for first time home buyers
What are Condo Documents?
Condo documents refer to the legal and administrative papers that govern the operations, rights, and obligations within a condominium community. These documents are typically created and maintained by the condominium association or management, outlining the rules, regulations, and guidelines that all condo owners must adhere to. They generally include the governing documents or declaration, which establishes the existence of the condominium and outlines the individual units, common areas, and shared facilit
What is a Condo?
Condo ownership refers to a type of real estate ownership where individuals own a specific unit within a larger building or community, while sharing common areas and amenities with other unit owners. When someone purchases a condominium, they become the legal owner of their individual unit, which typically includes their living space and sometimes limited areas such as balconies or storage units. However, certain elements such as the building's structure, land, and common areas like swimming pools, fitness
What qualifies you as a first-time buyer?
If you’re buying your first-ever home, you’re a “first-time homebuyer” by default.
Advice for Building a New Home
Why use a real estate agent when buildin a home?
The Home Inspection Process
After your offer gets accepted, you’ll have an inspection period. This is your opportunity to have a licensed inspector canvas the home looking for common issues prior to moving forward with the home purchase.
How To Buy in a Tight Market
Here are five things tips that can increase your chances of getting your dream house in a competitive housing market.
First Time Home Buyer Down Payment Options
Find out what your options are for down payments as a first time home buyer
First Time Home Buyer Government Programs
Wondering what the government programs are for first time home buyers? Watch this video to find out
Do I need a home inspection?
Do you need an inspection?
First Time Buyers
Are you a first-time homebuyer? Did you know that if you haven’t owned a property in the last three years that you are considered a first-time homebuyer?
First Time Home Buyer Advice
Mortgage Pre-Approval
Thinking about buying a new home? If you're not paying cash, then you’’ probably need a mortgage.

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Buyer Resources
First Time Buyers

Are you a first-time homebuyer? Did you know that if you haven’t owned a property in the last three years that you are considered a first-time homebuyer?

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Making an Offer

Before the offer to purchase is created, you must be at least pre-qualified or, better yet, pre-approved by a lender, unless you are paying cash.

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Offer Accepted: Now What?

Once your offer is accepted by the seller it starts the offer accepted period. You will be asked for a down payment, typically 1% of the purchase price, on the home you are purchasing which will be held with an attorney or settlement company and applied to the final purchase of your property.

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Personalized Home Search

Complete the form below and we'll create you a custom property search. Anytime when we find properties that match your specific criteria we’ll send you an email.

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Thinking about Buying?

Are you thinking about buying? The video resources below cover many of the common questions that most people have during the home buying journey.

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What Are Closing Costs?

You've found your dream home, the seller has accepted your offer, your loan has been approved and you're eager to move into your new home.

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