Getting ready to turn over the keys to your investment property to your tenants? No matter where you live, here are several tips that can help you succeed as a landlord, courtesy of BiggerPockets.com: Develop or use a lease that protects you and... (Read More)

Once you've decided to build your own home, you'll want to set aside some time to select the right home builder. Here are some tips for finding the best one for you: Check them out. Make sure the builder or home remodeler has a permanent business... (Read More)

What are you looking for in your next home? The National Association of Realtors surveyed home buyers nationwide on the home features that are most important to them and found that home buying needs and preferences often vary by age. According to... (Read More)

A home can be anything you wish. You can live in a traditional style house, tiny house, manufactured house, recreational vehicle or even a boat. Since there are so many places to live, military members often ask if they can use their VA loan to... (Read More)

When you are buying a home, there are so many things to consider. Finding the perfect home means you have to look at location, size and cost, of course. But make sure you pay attention to the details. Where do you want to live? The location of... (Read More)

Buying your first home is both exciting and a little frightening. A lot of responsibility comes along with being a homeowner, and it's easy to overlook some important aspects of the home-buying process. As you look forward to the busy, exciting time... (Read More)

How much of a down payment do you need to buy a home? Less than you might think! Many people believe that in order to purchase a home, you need a 20% down payment. Studies show it's one of the most enduring home-buying myths. Just remember that... (Read More)

Thinking of buying your first home or one that better suits you and your family? Here are three important steps in the home-buying process you don't want to skip: Get a mortgage pre-approval. Nearly nine out of every 10 buyers finance their home... (Read More)

A good credit score is important if you're thinking about purchasing a home. Your credit score impacts the interest rate that you can get for a mortgage. It also can impact your ability to qualify for certain types of home loans. And if it’s... (Read More)

Many Americans assume they aren't qualified to buy a home. So instead of doing any research, they resign themselves to a future of renting. We get it: real estate— and home buying in general—is daunting. But there are a variety of specialty... (Read More)