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First-Time Home Buying - 7 Steps to Success

by Brandon Cornett

What is it about the number 7 that's so lucky? For instance, when you roll a 7 in Vegas, you win money. I'm sure there's some historical significance to that number. I'll look it up and get back to you.

In the meantime, I have 7 steps to home buying success for you. That's right ... I've taken the entire home buying process and distilled into 7 easy-to-understand parts for you. Sure, there will be variations along the way. But generally speaking, the "Brandon method" to home buying goes like this.

1. Review your credit and finances

2. Learn about mortgages

3. Visit HomeBuyingInstitute.com

4. Make a wish list

5. Find a good agent

6. Get pre-approved for a loan

7. Get a home inspection


That will take you all the way to the settlement process!

Read the expanded version of this list:
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First-Time Home Buying: 7 Steps to Success
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Home Buying Advice - What to Know Before Buying

The best time to learn about the home buying process is before you begin it. Some things are best learned through experience, but buying a home is not one of them.

The more you learn in advance, the more successful your home buying experience will be. Some of the things you should learn about include the pros and cons of different mortgage types, home buying terminology, how your credit affects your home buying leverage and more.

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In today's featured article, Sacramento real estate agent Kevin Scolastico explains what you should know about buying a home before you begin the process. Read Kevin's article below.

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Important Things to Know Before Buying a Home
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Home Buying Tip - How to Compare Home Loans

This home buying tip brought to you by HomeBuyingInstitute.com

When shopping for a mortgage loan, it's rarely a good idea to select the first loan you come across. It might be a solid loan with favorable terms, but how will you really know unless you compare it to other loans?

You should shop around for a mortgage loan just like you would shop for any other major purchase. But before you begin the process, you need to understand the finer points of mortgage loans, because these are the things you'll be comparing between one lender and another.

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In today's featured article, Tony Lorenzo will teach you how to compare home loans.

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How to Compare Home Loans
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Home Buying Tip - All About Your Credit Score

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Your credit score has a heavy influence on what kind of mortgage loan you'll qualify for. Mortgage lenders will obtain your credit report from all three credit bureaus, and they'll analyze your credit score to determine what risk category to put you in.

If you have a high credit score, you'll be in a lower risk category and will qualify for a better loan. If you have a low credit score, you'll be in a higher risk category and will have more trouble obtaining a loan.

The point is, you should learn your credit score by requesting copies of your report from all three credit bureaus. Only then will you know if you have credit problems. And if you do have credit problems, you'll find plenty of resources at HomeBuyingInstitute.com to help you work around it.

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Home Buying Tip: 50-Year Mortgage Now Available

This home buying tip brought to you by HomeBuyingInstitute.com.

Ever heard of a 50-year mortgage loan? If you haven't, you're not alone. Not many people now about this mortgage product because it's relatively new.

Because the loan is spread over such a long period of time, the monthly mortgage payment is lower. This is significant in areas with extremely high housing costs (like California).

You can learn more about the 50-year mortgage loan in this article my Martin Lukac.

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Free Real Estate Articles - Now Available at HBI

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Home Buying Process - Some "Ground Rules"

Home Buying "Ground Rules"
Andrew Lo has some home buying advice for you. Specifically, he wants to lay down a few ground rules to help you get the most out of your home buying process.

Rules? Who Needs Rules?
Okay, so there aren't any hard-and-fast rules when it comes to buying a new home. But there is a wealth of sage advice that can save you heartache, headache and hassle. And that's the kind of advice Andrew has built into his ground rules...

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5 Ground Rules for Home Buying Success
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Good luck and happy home buying!

Brandon Cornett
Editor, HBI

Home Buying Process: So What Happens Next?

Purpose of this home buying tip: To explain what happens in the home buying process after your offer is accepted.

So the sellers have accepted your offer. Great! But now what?

What happens after the offer is accepted can by a real whirlwind. It's when the home buying process shifts from the "just looking" mode to the "countdown to move date" mode.

This period, between contract and closing, will bring many appointments, inspections and related paperwork. But you need not be overwhelmed. Understanding this part of the home buying process will make it a lot more manageable.

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Professional Realtor Julie Jalone has written an article that explains the process in great detail.

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Buying a Home: What Happens Next?
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Good luck, and happy home buying!

Brandon Cornett
Editor, HomeBuyingInstitute.com

Home Buying Checklist - 10-Step Guide for Home Buyers

Need a home buying checklist?

Want to know what things you should do during the home buying process? How about a 10-step guide for first-time buyers?

Well, mortgage and real estate specialist John Blakefield has just what you need. In his article (see link below), he has summarized. It starts with a home buying self-assessment, and it ends with moving day!

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First-Time Home Buyer's 10-Step Guide
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Good luck and happy home buying!

Brandon Cornett
Editor, HomeBuyingInstitute.com