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"To-Do
Lists" for the Home Buyer
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Keep track of your credit report--click here to get a free copy of your credit score,
or see the Credit Center for additional sources of credit reports. |
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Prepare for your home purchase--spend some time at the home buyer's "prep
school." |
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Develop a budget |
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Get your financial picture in focus |
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Find ways to save money on your purchases |
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Familiarize yourself with the various terms you will hear relating to buying
a house. Our Real Estate Glossary and our Mortgage
Glossary have the definitions you need |
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Investigate mortgage prequalification and approval |
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Get mortgage offer comparisons from |
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Get a full understanding of how agency works when
working with an Agent |
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Find and choose an Agent |
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Compare housing
types to choose the best for you: Single family, townhouse or condominium |
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Find the Right Home |
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Check Home Listings and Prices Online |
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Determine the Value of a Home |
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Saving Money on Homeowners Insurance |
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Arranging for a Professional Home Inspection |
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Moving Plans |
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