7 Smart Steps Every New Homeowner Should Take
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By Amy Fontinelle Investopedia.com
Turning the key in a lock that no landlord has access to, reading in a hammock in your own backyard and painting your dining room bright red - what could be more exciting than making the leap from renter to first-time homeowner? Getting swept up in all the excitement is a wonderful feeling, ...
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The lowdown on 10 great tax breaks
You may be somewhat aware that your home is a good source of tax breaks, but maybe you don’t realize just how many there are. April 15 will be here again before you know it, and many people will be scouring their lives for any potential tax breaks. You may not have to look far if you are a homeowner. A recent Realty Times article discusses the ...
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A recent MSN.com article gets you on the right track with a few first steps
You have been thinking about it for a while, maybe even gradually saving up for a down payment, when, finally, it dawns on you: you are ready to buy your first home. Since you obviously haven’t done this before, you may be asking yourself, “What now?” It may not be clear to you now, but the first ...
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Don't Raid the Couch Cushions and the Cookie Jar
By Karin Beuerlein, FrontDoor.com | Published: 11/01/2007
Keep more than a few pennies of savings for the unexpected costs of buying a home.
When you're deciding how large a down payment you can afford, remember to leave yourself some padding. The home-buying process, moving and the first months of home ownership are fraught with unexpected ...