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Free WSHFC Down Payment Assistance / First-time Home Buyer Education Class

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Dreaming of owning your first home but feeling overwhelmed? Our workshop is for you! Learn the ins and outs …

Washington State First Time Home Buyer Course – free/online

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Ready to begin the path towards homeownership or maybe you’re not sure? Or you’re not a first-time home buyer, …

PMI is Good for First-Time Buyers and Housing Finance System

Homeownership remains at the core of the American Dream. After all, it improves financial security, enhances family and community stability, and builds intergenerational wealth. The Federal Reserve’s 2019 Survey of Consumer Finances found that the median net worth of …

6 Reasons to Buy a Home Video

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What is the Best One Piece of Advice When Buying a Home?

Education! Education! Education! – it is by far the best piece of advice when buying your first house.  The home buying process can be stressful and full of anxiety if you don’t know the steps.Welcome home mat

Buyers get swept up in …

Here are costs that often take first-time homebuyers by surprise!

1.  Home Inspection

Cost: $350–$500+

A home inspection lets you know of any potential problems — like mold, bad roof, water pressure, crawl space issues, etc. An inspection lets you know what you’re getting into before you buy.

Even if …

How to Navigate the Bidding Wars When Buying a Home! Part 1

This is Part 1 of 2 on how to navigate the bidding wars when purchasing a home.

The pandemic has shown individuals and families that they need more space to “work from home” (WFH).  More Americans see the value of …

Everything You Need to Know About Finding an Accessible Place to Live

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A comfortable and supportive environment is something we all want in our homes. However, finding accessible housing that fits the bill can be tough. Read on as we explore some simple strategies that can help you score …

5 Tips For Buying A New Home After Divorce

Divorce and real estate

A divorce can be traumatic, stressful, and complicated event.  Once the dust settles and the divorce in final, an ex-spouse, or both spouses, must search and establish a new home.  A new home signifies a new fresh start and security …

What is the Difference Between Pre-Qualification and Pre-Approval When Buying a Home?

Buying a home as an investment in your future

The terms “pre-approval” and “pre-qualification” for a mortgage are different, although some lenders use the terms interchangeably. Both can help you get started with your home buying, but are useful at different points in the process.   Pre-qualification is solely based …