The time is right to seal the deal on your new home

Popular incentives for first time and ‘move up’ homebuyers end April 30, 2010

By IT Staff

The warm prospect of more affordable home prices, attractive mortgage rates and a stable economy will likely draw more real estate shoppers to the market this spring. But it’s the opportunity fo

First-time homebuyers guide 2010 | Thursday, March 25,2010

A first-time buyer’s battle plan

From clueless to homeowner

By Jeff Schnaufer

Considering the available incentive programs, low interest rates and low home prices, the number of first-time homebuyers in the market has increased to approximately 47 percent, up by more than 10 pe

First-time homebuyers guide 2010 | Thursday, March 25,2010

When you’re face-to-face with the loan officer

By Marilyn Kennedy Melia

Despite recent improvement in the economy, the lending environment is still tough. Winning over cautious lenders requires presenting a convincing case, exposing the details of your financial life and

First-time homebuyers guide 2010 | Thursday, March 25,2010

Why you need a home inspection

It’s the difference between your dream home and a nightmare

By Timothy R. Schulte

The best $300 my fiancée and I spent in the process of buying our first home did not contribute in the slightest to the actual purchase price. Rather, it kept us from purchasing a home that wou

First-time homebuyers guide 2010 | Thursday, March 25,2010

How to spend $8,000

Bright ideas for spending your tax rebate: on your new home

By Christopher Adamson

So, you’ve closed on a home and that federal first-time homebuyer’s tax credit should be coming your way soon. Now what?First of all, realize it might take several weeks for the tax-