We recently published a story on some ways you can get your finances in home-buying shape. We offered a few tips on saving money and setting goals that would seem overwhelming unless you broke that big number into a daily savings goal that seemed more doable. One reader commented that the list didn’t seem exhaustive...
Becoming a homeowner for the first time is an exciting and stressful process. However, once the papers are signed and the keys are in your pocket, your work really begins. Homeownership can be fraught with financial and emotional perils, especially if you’ve been renting from a landlord up until now. Landlords are on the hook for not only minor repairs, but also major upgrades, yard work, taxes and fees...
I just watched one of your videos on YouTube. I have a few questions about the process of buying a home. My girlfriend and I are currently saving up and building our credit scores. We started this journey back in February and have been saving $2,000 a month. We have currently saved $16,000 and have...
Home inspections are most commonly ordered by homebuyers before closing on a home, and can also be used by current homeowners who want to learn more about the condition of the property they live in. These home inspection reports are often a dozen pages or more in length, and they contain very detailed information about components that range from the plumbing and electrical system of the home to the...