First-Time Homebuyers

Latest First-Time Homebuyer Articles

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  Credit Card Competition Act of 2022: A small business owner’s perspective

  Credit card security, rewards, and credit limits may be impacted by this act.

  4 min read Dec 15, 2022
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  Average credit score to buy a house

  Some types of mortgages have specific minimum credit score requirements.

  5 min read Dec 13, 2022
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  Buying a house with no money down

  It’s not easy. And even if you can, it may not be a good idea.

  7 min read Dec 06, 2022
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  6 pet stocks and an ETF for animal lovers

  Investing in this area could reward investors handsomely over time if current trends hold.

  4 min read Nov 16, 2022
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  Scholarships and grants for college: Facts and statistics

  Learn about grants and scholarships for college students, by the numbers.

  5 min read Nov 14, 2022
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  What is the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)?

  It’s responsible for running the FHA and enforcing the Fair Housing Act.

  3 min read Nov 07, 2022
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  Avoid these 3 common Social Security scams and how to stay protected

  Here’s what seniors can do to protect themselves from these fraudsters.

  5 min read Oct 13, 2022
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  Understanding escrow: How it works in homebuying

  It’s not complicated, but it involves several steps. Here’s how to navigate them.

  6 min read Oct 07, 2022
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  How to avoid a CD early withdrawal penalty

  Withdrawing your money from a CD before the term ends can be costly.

  4 min read Oct 05, 2022
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  What is an avigation easement?

  A property with an avigation easement, also called an aviation easement, is likely near an airport that needs rights to the airspace overhead.

  3 min read Oct 04, 2022