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New Year, New Home: Is 2025 Your Year to Buy?

Home spelled out with holiday ballsIn 2025, many of us are setting fresh goals and envisioning new possibilities. For some, that vision includes homeownership. Whether you’re tired of renting, looking to invest, or simply ready to upgrade, the new year presents a perfect opportunity to …

First-Time Homebuyer’s Guide: Navigating the Path to Homeownership

Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it can also be a complex and daunting process. EducateHomeBuyers.org free classes will help you navigate the journey from saving for a down payment to closing on your dream home.

Understanding

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

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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, …

First-Time Home Buyer Education Online Class Washington State

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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, …

Is it a Bad Time to Buy a Home?

Is now a good time to buy?

It can’t be both a great time to sell and an awesome time to buy at the same time. It is a tough time to buy, but things are getting better.Buying a home as an investment in your future

Mortgage rates …

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 …

7 Tough Questions to See if Your Are Ready to Buy a Home!

One of the biggest reasons holding potential home buyers back is education and cost.  EducateHomeBuyers.org holds “free” virtual classes to help folks understand the process and takes the anxiety out of the purchasing a home.  There are many individuals and …

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 …

Why Aren’t Buyers Reading Their Paperwork?

The mortgage lending industry does not want to ever hear this statement again, “I don’t know what kind of loan they gave me.”  Since 2008, we have experienced a flood of new regulations and disclosures.  All of them to Read disclosures before signingbenefit …