Home Buying Process

Learn what's in store at every stage of the home buying process
Woman in glasses and blazer and man in orange sweater sign document.

Featured Articles:

Home Buying Checklist For First-Time Home Buyers

Starting the process of buying your first home? Use our extensive first-time home buyer checklist to help you prepare and ensure you don't miss a step.

 Read more How To Find Open Houses Near You: 6 Tips

Ready to find your next home, but not sure where to start? Check out our guide to finding open houses in your area, plus tips on how to prepare for them.

 Read more

1-6 of 128

Run-down house in a suburban-rural area for flipping.

Home Buying - 4-MINUTE READ

Christian Allred - Nov 13, 2024

How To Find Houses To Flip: A Complete Guide

Learn how to find houses to flip and what to consider when selecting the right house.
A man inspecting the underside of a kitchen sink while holding a clipboard.

Home Buying - 4-MINUTE READ

Sam Hawrylack - Nov 7, 2024

A Guide To New Construction Phase Inspections

New construction phase inspections can help ensure your new home is built to last. Explore the three phases, their costs and why they’re important.
A view of a park in a city with track and benches.

Home Buying - 4-MINUTE READ

Carey Chesney - Nov 5, 2024

What Is Property Tax And How To Calculate It

Property taxes are paid to local governments to help cover the cost of community services. Discover how to calculate property taxes with our guide.

Hands holding a smartphone photographing a house, possibly related to real estate or property viewing.

Home Buying - 4-MINUTE READ

Molly Grace - Oct 31, 2024

What Is A Drive-By Appraisal And How Accurate Is It?

A drive-by appraisal is a type of home appraisal that only inspects a property’s exterior. See when and why drive-by appraisals are used and how they work.
Rural House in Mountains

Home Buying - 5-MINUTE READ

Carla Ayers - Oct 21, 2024

What Are Prescriptive Easements And Are They A Deal Breaker?

Prescriptive easements are held by people who gain a right to use someone else’s property. Find out if you should buy property encumbered with easements.

Home Inspection Checklist in Activity Video

Home Buying - 5-MINUTE READ

Victoria Araj - Oct 18, 2024

A Buyer's Home Inspection Checklist

Inspections verify the safety and integrity of a buyer’s future home. Here’s a buyer’s home inspection checklist with all the key information you’ll need.