Homebuyer Basics
A home can be one of the most rewarding and significant purchases of your life. We believe everyone deserves access to information that helps them make the best decision possible for such a monumental life goal. Learn the lingo, become comfortable with the process, and even simulate a mortgage payment with our calculators.
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Homebuyer Resources
Should I rent or buy?
Discover whether renting or buying a home makes more sense in your current financial situation.
How to afford a mortgage
Learn more about what it takes to afford a mortgage on your budget.
Choosing the right agent
The right real estate agent can make the homebuying process much more enjoyable.
How to stop junk mail
Understand why this mail occurs after qualifying or pre-qualifying for a loan, and what to do.
Mortgage acronyms explained
Don't be confused by mortgage acronyms. We explain there meanings below.
Preapproved vs. Prequalified
Find out the differences between being preapproved vs prequalified below.
Fixed vs. adjustable
We explain the differences between fixed and adjustable rates at the link below.
Debt to Income
Calculates the percentage of your gross income used to cover your mortgage and other debts.
Rent or buy
Determine whether you should rent or buy your next home using this calculator.