Buyers

The mortgage underwriter role holds a lot of weight in the homebuying process. We’re pulling back the curtain on what they do and helping you prepare for underwriting.

We’ve divided each section in this list of household items needed for a new home into both “essentials” and “leveling up” so you buy only what you need.

Is renting worth it? Learn about the pros and cons of renting vs. buying so you know if you’re making a smart investment.

A potentially game-changing first-time homebuyer tax credit was recently introduced into Congress. Here are the details and what it might mean for you.

Whether you’re celebrating a home you bought last week or during lockdown, we have the tips you need to throw a housewarming party in the wake of COVID-19.

The DIY moving tools you can’t do without. Know the essentials you’ll need to move your furniture — and everything else — into a new home.

You just bought a house, and you can’t wait to start home improvement projects that make it yours. But which projects will increase home value the most?

It’s often possible to find out who owns property in your neighborhood (or anywhere else, for that matter) without a great deal of legwork.

You’re getting a mortgage; do you know how much your closing costs will be? Do you know what each fee means? Are there areas where you can save money? We’ll find out!

Nothing will rain on your parade as hard as the house not actually being ready on closing day because the seller did not complete repairs before closing.