A collection of how-tos, checklists, and worksheets to help buyers understand what to expect during the real estate purchasing experience.
The Basics | Buyer
What to Know | 7 Reasons to Own A Home
What to Know | 7 Reasons to Work With a REALTOR®
Questions to Ask | When Choosing a REALTOR®
Vocabulary | Agency & Agency Relationships
How to | Prepare for House-Hunting
How to | Prepare to Buy a Home
What to Know | About Credit Scores
How to | Prepare to Finance a Home
Vocabulary | Loans & Lending Terms
Questions to Ask | When Choosing a Lender
How to | Finance a Home Creatively
The Property | Buyer
Worksheet | Define Your Dream Home
Questions to Ask | About the Neighborhood
Questions to Ask | When Considering a Condo or HOA
Questions to Ask | The Condo Board
Questions to Ask | When Choosing a Home Inspector
What to Know | About the Home Inspection
What to Know | About Home Hazards
What to Know | About the Appraisal Process
Questions to Ask | About Property Tax
The Transaction | Buyer
Worksheet | Service Provider Contacts
Checklist | Your Mortgage Application
Questions to Ask | Before Making a Short Sale Offer
Checklist | Your Short-Sale Purchase Team
How to | Buy In a Tight Market
What to Know | About Homeowner’s Insurance
How to | Lower Homeowner’s Insurance Costs
What to Know | About Title Insurance
Worksheet | Track Closing Costs
Vocabulary | Transaction Documents
Checklist | Your Final Walk-Through
The Move
Source: NAR