The $8,000 tax credit for first time home buyers is still available making a home purchase that much more affordable for most people. Maybe you have been looking for a home, well now might be the perfect time to get one.
While shopping for a home, be aware that certain features can have a huge
effect upon resale resale value. Perhaps that's not something your thinking of now, but one day you will.
Protect your investment by educating yourself on the home buying process and the way property is appraised.
Compare the mortgage terms and interests rates offered by various mortgage lenders.
Choose your lender carefully. Interest rates and closing costs vary from lender to lender, more than you might think. Even a slight difference in your interest rate can add up to thousands of dollars over the length of your mortgage.