The Homebuyer's Helper

So, you've decided to take the leap into home ownership. But where do you begin? Let's walk through it together.

How to Know You’re Ready to Buy a House
Preparing for Homeownership
How to Know You're Ready to Buy a House
Ready, Set, Go!
By Teo Spengler
Front exterior of home.
How Much Down Payment Is Required on a House?
Design
By Teo Spengler
ways to save illo
7 Creative Ways to Save for a Down Payment
Design
By Teo Spengler
A white Spanish-style home surrounded by tall green plants
The 8 Hidden Costs of Buying a Home
Design
By Victoria Blackstone and Philip Schmidt
scales illo
How Much House Can I Afford?
Design
By Chris Deziel and Philip Schmidt
Modern extension built onto the side of a listed period property.
What Credit Score Do You Need to Buy a House?
Design
By Teo Spengler and Jamie Birdwell-Branson
Steph and Scott Cleary's Los Angeles house
11 Ways to Improve Your Credit Score for a Mortgage
Design
By Zina Kumok and Jamie Birdwell-Branson
Straight on shot of a mid century bungalow 1940’s style home in Portland, OR
Everything You Need to Know About Earnest Money
Design
By Teo Spengler and Jamie Birdwell-Branson
A unique green and pink house
A Homebuyer’s Guide to Debt-to-Income Ratio
Design
12 Things
Financing & Mortgages
12 Things You Need For Preapproval
Be Prepared
By Chris Deziel
Main and side entrances of a white Spanish-style home with a clay tiled roof. A white brick perimeter wall runs in front of the home. An archway leading to the front door is visible. Two wooden steps lead up to the side entrance.
Preapproval vs. Prequalification: What’s the Difference?
Design
By Teo Spengler
credit card illo
The 8 Types of Mortgage Loans — And How to Choose the Best One for You
Design
By Victoria Blackstone
Victorian Home
How to Choose the Best Mortgage Lender
Design
By Teo Spengler and Lauren Murphy
FHA loan illo
The Complete Guide to FHA Loans
Design
By Teo Spengler
a bungalow with a gray wooden exterior and a red front door
How (And When) Do You Lock In a Mortgage Rate?
Design
By Chris Deziel and Jamie Birdwell-Branson
A white Mediterranean-style home entrance with black address numbers
What Is Private Mortgage Insurance?
Design
By Heidi Wachter and Jamie Birdwell-Branson
Modern two-story home and front yard in Buenos Aires
What Is a Conventional Loan? Here's Everything You Need to Know
Design
By Victoria Blackstone and Jamie Birdwell-Branson
Three Small Houses in Row
Why You Should Always Shop for a Mortgage
Design
Shopping for Homes
Shopping for Homes
16 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Real Estate Agent
Interview Prep
By Chris Deziel
Craftsman Style Bungalow
6 Things to Look for When Buying a House
Design
By Chris Deziel
illo
How to Research a Neighborhood Before You Buy
Design
By Chris Deziel and Jamie Birdwell-Branson
Bungalow House with White Picket Fence
How to Find the Best Real Estate Agent
Design
By Teo Spengler
Colored row houses
How to Buy a House at Auction
Design
By Jamie Birdwell-Branson
Black contemporary house in front of a sidewalk with a streetlamp
6 Fail-Proof Tips for Buying a Home Remotely, According to the Pros
Design
By Chris Deziel and Jamie Birdwell-Branson
Exterior of modern tiny house
How Do Open Houses Work?
Design
By Chris Deziel
foreclosure illo
The Pros and Cons of Buying a Foreclosed Home
Design
By Chris Deziel and Jamie Birdwell-Branson
Home exterior and front yard. California-Spanish style.
10 Warning Signs of a Bad Real Estate Agent
Design
Escrow & Closing
Escrow & Closing
The Complete Guide to Making an Offer on a House
SEAL THE DEAL
By Zina Kumok
closing process illo
The Closing Process in 7 Steps
Design
By Victoria Blackstone and Jamie Birdwell-Branson
Small American house with gray exterior paint.
7 Ways to Win a Bidding War on a House You Want
Design
By Lauren Wellbank
a building with a brick exterior, gables, a turret room, and wooden pillars
13 Signs You Should Walk Away After a Home Inspection
Design
By Chris Deziel
a pre-fab home with a glass and corrugated metal exterior
The Final Walk-Through: What It Is and What to Look For
Design
By Philip Schmidt
Expert Reviewed
Beautiful Newly Constructed Modern Home
9 Items Your Home Inspector Will Be Looking For
Design
By Teo Spengler and Jamie Birdwell-Branson
A backyard of a home in the desert
How a Counter Offer Works When Buying a House
Design
By Teo Spengler and Jamie Birdwell-Branson
Two story single family house with driveway
What to Do If the Home Appraisal Is Too Low
Design
By Victoria Blackstone
closure illo
How Long Does It Take to Close on a House?
Design
Home Improvements
Home Improvements
7 Rules of Mindful Renovation
MAKE IT YOUR OWN
By Philip Schmidt
Front yard of a Spanish style white house with terra-cotta steps and roof tiles
The 15 Easiest Home Upgrades You Can Make After Buying a House
Design
By Caroline Biggs and Philip Schmidt
calculator illo
5 Ways to Finance Home Renovations, According to Financial Planners
Design
By Kate Reggev
Loft kitchen interior with marble bar
An Architect's Top 5 Renovation Secrets
Design
By Siobhan Murphy
Expert Reviewed
White counter and wood base kitchen island with black stools and black pendant lights above.
How Much Does It Cost to Remodel a Kitchen in 2022?
Home Hacks & Answers
By Fran J. Donegan
Expert Reviewed
large bathroom with freestanding white tub, glass shower with large marble tile, rectangular window, black pendant light fixture, white vanity with marble top, rectangular mirror with black trim, two black sconce light fixtures, brown area rug
How Much Does a Bathroom Remodel Cost in 2022?
Home Hacks & Answers
By Leonora Epstein
home exterior before/after
10 Home Exterior Transformations That Prove Any Fixer Is LITERALLY a Blank Canvas
Design
By Jill Harness and Philip Schmidt, Remodeling Expert and Lauren Murphy
Expert Reviewed
House Construction Framing Gradating Into Finished Kitchen Build
8 Things to Do Before You Hire a Contractor for Your Next Home Project
Home Hacks & Answers
By Jill Harness and Philip Schmidt, Remodeling Expert and Lauren Murphy
Expert Reviewed
Carpenter laying new wood flooring
Where Do Homeowners Find a Good Contractor?
Home Hacks & Answers
Moving In
Moving In
This Study Pinpoints the 5 Most Common Moving Mistakes
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
By Lauren Murphy
Tape gun on cardboard box
13 Moving and Packing Tips for Your Easiest Move Ever
Design
By Caroline Biggs
Single Cardboard Box in a Sunny Room
A Guide to Moving Options and Costs
Design
By Jill Harness and Lauren Murphy
Expert Reviewed
Two Workers Adjusting Sofa In Truck
What You Need to Know Before You Hire Professional Movers
Home Hacks & Answers
By Susan Brickell
Casper Mattress
New Home Checklist: 17 Must-Have Products That Make Moving Way Easier
Design
By Caroline Biggs
Moving boxes and furniture in new home
6 Apps That Make Moving a Breeze
Design
By Lauren Murphy
Removal Truck Waiting To Be Unloaded Outside New Home On Moving Day
15 Genius Ways to Save Money on Moving Costs
Design
By Caroline Biggs
full boxes of things with indoor flowers and keys to a new house, moving to another housing, top view
6 Ways to Finance a Move, According to Financial Planners
Design
By Michelle Miley
Carboard boxes in living room of new house
16 Moving Essentials You'll Need on the Big Day
Design
Decorating Your New Home
Decorating Your New Home
The Major Interior Design Styles You Should Know About
CHEAT SHEET
By Caitlin Brown
Modern kitchen with black cabinets, white counters and black stools
Kitchen Ideas & Inspiration
Design
By Annie Quigley
living room idea with velvet sofa and lounge chairs
Living Room Ideas and Inspiration
Design
By Shelby Deering
black and white bathroom idea with wooden stool in corner
Bathroom Ideas 101
Design
By Jaclyn Schatzow
bedroom idea with iron bed frame and floor to ceiling built-in bookcase next to window seat
Bedroom Ideas: Advice and Inspiration
Design
By Shelby Deering
outdoor idea for backyard with stone pathway and patio furniture
Outdoor Ideas: Advice & Inspiration
Design
By Anna Kocharian
white home office with desk and chair in front of windows
Home Office Ideas & Inspiration
Design
By Shelby Deering
Bedroom closet design with hanging bags, pampas grass, and modern headboard
Closet Design Ideas & Inspiration
Design
By Jamie Wiebe
neutral dining room idea with mirrored accent wall and storage cabinet and floor to ceiling drapery
Dining Room: Ideas & Inspiration
Design

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