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Home Buying

Welcome to the ActiveRain Home Buying section. This is the place where you'll find comprehensive information on everything connected to purchasing a home – and we mean everything.


What exactly goes on in a home inspection and how is it different from a home appraisal? Curious about what it takes to purchase that foreclosure you've had your eye on? You'll find out how to do it right here. Look around: the professionals at ActiveRain have the information you need.


ActiveRain is the top real estate social network in the world. So, while you may find articles about purchasing a home on other websites, only at ActiveRain do you have the opportunity to read the words of wisdom from over 300,000 real estate industry professionals. From real estate agents to lenders to home inspectors and stagers -- that's a lot of brain power and we've harnessed it, right here at AR.


What are you waiting for? Everything you need to know about home buying awaits you on the following pages!

Recent blogs on Home Buying
By Charles Stallions, 850-476-4494 - Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Fl.
(Charles Stallions Real Estate Services )
If you are preparing to buy a home, here are five essential steps to increase your odds of becoming a better homebuyer. Are you looking to purchase a home this year? With today’s competitive market, laying the groundwork early is vital. Here are five crucial steps to take sooner rather than later:1. Educate Yourself Knowledge is power, especially in the fast-paced world of home buying. Understanding the process and being familiar with the mortgage journey can give you the confidence to make informed decisions swiftly. Plus, homebuyer education might open doors to special programs tailored for first-time buyers, making homeownership more accessible. As your buyer's agent, I will provide information on neighborhoods, schools, and available jobs if needed.2. Determine Affordability It’s no...
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By Charles Stallions, 850-476-4494 - Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Fl.
(Charles Stallions Real Estate Services )
Why Choose Charles Stallions, a 27-year Veteran Real Estate Broker, for Your Homebuying Journey? When most agents are just looking for another sale, Charles sells on a win-win basis, starting with a detailed list of your needs, wants, and wishes. There may be the perfect off-market home with your name on it, and Charles can find it.NEEDS: What do you want in a home for your family's comfort? How many bedrooms, baths, and the layout?WANTS: These are things you want but may negotiate for needs such as price, appliance packages, special lighting, ETC.WISHES: OK, so you want the whole yard sodded, a particular type of room (bonus room), a different lot, a pool, a workshop, a side garage, different ceilings, etc.Navigating the complexities of buying a home can be overwhelming in today's comp...
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By Manfred Lewis Leslie Horne & Associates, Realtor Spartanburg and Greenville SC
(Leslie Horne &Associates )
There are a few lesser known benefits when it comes to living in a 55+ community. From lower property taxes to access to amenities, these communities can be a great option for those who are ready for a quiet, slower-paced life. Have you ever considered a 55+ community?#realestate #realestateagent #listreports #buying #selling #realestateexpert #homeowner #financehub #dreamhome #homeownership #homebuying #homesearch #buyingahome
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
(Joe Manausa Real Estate)
Nautilus Dr, Monticello, FL Click here to Get Directions$2430000 6 Beds - 7 Baths - 54.92 acres Lot Photos Maps & Local Schools Print A fusion of modern convenience and medieval charm nestled in the heart of the woods. The main house is a meticulously renovated 9,848 square-foot architectural marvel that boasts a captivating design, featuring uniquely sized windows and curving walls that exude artistic allure at every turn. Step inside and experience the epitome of luxury living. The main building offers a seamless blend of functionality and elegance, with a spacious kitchen offering expansive views, and a library capable of housing 10,000 books, currently with 6000 books that convey with the library. The master bedroom is on the upper level, featuring a generously sized walk-in closet...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Downtown Los Angeles Weekly Market Update April 8th - 14th, 2024 1100 Wilshire BACK ON THE MARKET Wilshire Boulevard | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1380 sq. ft. | $999,000 Barker Block Lofts NEWLY LISTED S Hewitt Street | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 1110 sq. ft. | $765,000 Metropolis BACK ON THE MARKET Francisco Street | 1 bedrooms | 2 baths | 920 sq. ft. | $799,000 Ritz Carlton at LA Live NEWLY LISTED W Olympic Boulevard | 2 bedrooms | 3 baths | 1930 sq. ft. | $1,699,990 Vero NEWLY LISTED Wilshire Boulevard | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 920 sq. ft. | $540,000 Vista Montoya RECENTLY SOLD Albany Street | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 926 sq. ft. | $425,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Westwood Weekly Market Update April 8th - 14th, 2024 Ashton East RECENTLY SOLD Manning Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1392 sq. ft. | $995,000 The Colony at Westwood BACK ON THE MARKET Veteran Avenue | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 661 sq. ft. | $600,000 Tuscany Villas RECENTLY SOLD Eastborne Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1684 sq. ft. | $1,190,000 Greenfield East RECENTLY SOLD Greenfield Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1224 sq. ft. | $920,000 Kinnard Village NEWLY LISTED Kinnard Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1442 sq. ft. | $1,150,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Northridge Weekly Market Update April 8th - 14th, 2024 Northbrooke BACK ON THE MARKET Vanalden Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1576 sq. ft. | $700,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Wilshire Corridor Weekly Market Update April 8th - 14th, 2024 Blair House RECENTLY SOLD Wilshire Boulevard | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 2776 sq. ft. | $1,999,000 La Tour NEWLY LISTED Wilshire Boulevard | 3 bedrooms | 3 baths | 3190 sq. ft. | $3,500,000 The Churchill NEWLY LISTED Wilshire Boulevard | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 1098 sq. ft. | $950,000 BACK ON THE MARKET Wilshire Boulevard | 3 bedrooms | 3 baths | 2082 sq. ft. | $1,450,000 The Comstock NEWLY LISTED Comstock Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 2110 sq. ft. | $2,999,000 RECENTLY SOLD Comstock Avenue | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 1343 sq. ft. | $925,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Culver City Weekly Market Update April 8th - 14th, 2024 Lakeside Village RECENTLY SOLD Summertime Lane | 2 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 870 sq. ft. | $599,000 Windsor Fountains RECENTLY SOLD Overland Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 920 sq. ft. | $620,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Sherman Oaks Weekly Market Update April 8th - 14th, 2024 4543 Willis Ave RECENTLY SOLD Willis Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 992 sq. ft. | $470,000 Benefit Terrace NEWLY LISTED Benefit Street | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 1154 sq. ft. | $649,000 Dickens Green BACK ON THE MARKET Dickens Street | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1673 sq. ft. | $848,000 Dickens Oaks RECENTLY SOLD Dickens Street | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1347 sq. ft. | $825,000 Oak Pointe RECENTLY SOLD Magnolia Boulevard | 3 bedrooms | 3 baths | 1674 sq. ft. | $829,950 Sherman Falls RECENTLY SOLD Burbank Boulevard | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1455 sq. ft. | $799,000 Villa Julietta RECENTLY SOLD Kester Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1210 sq. ft. | $789,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
West Hollywood Weekly Market Update April 8th - 14th, 2024 839 Larrabee RECENTLY SOLD Larrabee Street | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 1489 sq. ft. | $949,000 Empire West BACK ON THE MARKET Alta Loma Road | 2 bedrooms | 3 baths | 2282 sq. ft. | $2,695,000 Le Palais Royal RECENTLY SOLD Westmount Drive | 3 bedrooms | 3 baths | 1675 sq. ft. | $1,125,000 Sierra Towers RECENTLY SOLD Doheny Road | 2 bedrooms | 3 baths | 2300 sq. ft. | $3,725,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Hancock Park Weekly Market Update April 8th - 14th, 2024 Wilshire Country Manor BACK ON THE MARKET Wilcox Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1363 sq. ft. | $1,149,000 Hancock Park Regency RECENTLY SOLD Westminster Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1501 sq. ft. | $799,000 The Mercury NEWLY LISTED Wilshire Boulevard | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1290 sq. ft. | $695,000 BACK ON THE MARKET Wilshire Boulevard | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 720 sq. ft. | $549,000 Wilshire Hancock RECENTLY SOLD Wilshire Boulevard | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 2013 sq. ft. | $1,185,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Century City Weekly Market Update April 8th - 14th, 2024 Century Towers RECENTLY SOLD Avenue Of The Stars | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1339 sq. ft. | $1,295,000 Century Woods BACK ON THE MARKET Century Woods Way | 3 bedrooms | 3.5 baths | 4608 sq. ft. | $4,995,000 Le Parc RECENTLY SOLD Empyrean Way | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 2388 sq. ft. | $1,695,000
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By Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI, Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell
(HomeSmart Real Estate)
Who are you gong to Trust to help you with the purchase of your home? Sure we trust our loyal dog, and the dog will live with you. (Trust woman and dog in AI by Aristal Branson, Pixabay). However a home purchase is the most important acquisition often made in our lifetimes and one that will build wealth for you over time. You need a Phoenix metro REALTOR® you can LEAN ON. TRUST! A short but powerful word. Well, you can LEAN ON ME when you are ready to take to buy your OWN HOME! Sometimes it can seem a bit daunting. I know! Mortgage Rates have declined a bit recently on national basis to 6.7% range for good credit. Home prices are flat in Phoenix from last year, creating a window of opportunity. The homes are out there, let me help you find the right one at the right place. Sometimes in ...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
San Pedro Weekly Market Update April 8th - 14th, 2024 Harbor Gate RECENTLY SOLD Brett Place | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 864 sq. ft. | $410,000 Brett Place | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 864 sq. ft. | $475,000
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
(Joe Manausa Real Estate)
1003 Hiawatha Drive, Tallahassee, FL Click here to Get Directions$225000 3 Beds - 2 Baths - 0.25 acres Lot Photos Maps & Local Schools Print Nestled in Southeast Tallahassee, this fantastic three bedroom, two bath lives large with a well appointed kitchen with updated appliances and breakfast nook opening into the living room, a separate dining or additional living space or office space, vaulted ceilings in the private & oversized master suite upstairs with his-and-hers closets, interior laundry and an abundance of windows throughout the home that allow for much desired natural light. Updates have been completed (2020 HVAC and duct work, 2019 Roof & 2021 Water Heater). This ideal location is convenient to downtown, shopping, parks and entertainment for home buyers, or is a great invest...
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By Denise Gentile, REALTOR , Riverside County
(Coldwell Banker Associated Brokers Realty)
Open House Alert . You won’t want to miss out on this gorgeous 2/bed, 2/baths, Den, 1,641 sf. Home in 55+ community in Menifee. Features include; cozy fireplace, wet bar area, Bonus room, wood floors throughout, stainless steel appliances & energy saving Solar, and much more! Be sure to stop by tomorrow at 26349 Potomac in Menifee on Sunday- April 21st between 1:00 - 5:00 pm. This home won’t last long at $455,000, low tax and Yearly HOA dues of $100. See you there! #denisegentilerealtor #Realestateexpert #realtor #realestate #buy #buynow #openhouseweekend #seniorlivingcommunity #menifeeca #55pluscommunities
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By Manfred Lewis Leslie Horne & Associates, Realtor Spartanburg and Greenville SC
(Leslie Horne &Associates )
Looking to move to a home that better suits your needs? I can help with that! If you're still in your starter home and find yourself outgrowing the space and lifestyle, it might be time to look at using your equity to upgrade to a bigger home. Send me a message and let's chat!#realestate #realestateagent #listreports #buying #selling #realestateexpert #homeowner #financehub #dreamhome #homeownership #homebuying #homesearch #buyingahome
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By Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI, Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell
(HomeSmart Real Estate)
There are homes with guest houses and then there are homes with GUEST HOUSES! In some cases the guest house or casita is nicer than many ordinary homes, in other words SUPER or Amazing. I track them all for my buyer clients here in the Phoenix Arizona metro area.Assessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are smaller independent residential units located on the same lot as a stand alone single family home. Here are the latest, Assessory Dwelling Unit, Casita, NextGen Homes For Sale with GUEST HOUSE Phoenix metro of Arizona on the MLS UPDATED DAILY. As your Buyer's Realtor, I track homes for sale which include an ADU, guest house, casita or are a larger multi generation home that could be great for you! Read on for more. ALWAYS UP TO DATE Homes For Sale with Guest House or Casita in Phoenix Arizona ...
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By Joseph Lorenzo, Your Law And Order Realtor
(Frank Rubi Real Estate LLC)
Hey there, fellow real estate aficionados! Welcome back to another episode of "The Real Deal with Joe Lorenzo," where we blend real estate wisdom with a hint of humor and a splash of charm. Today, we're digging deep into the intriguing world of title searches. Get ready to chuckle, learn, and maybe even gain some insight into this essential aspect of the real estate transaction!So, what in the world is a title search, you ask? Well, imagine you're playing a game of hide-and-seek, and you've just spotted your sneaky little cousin hiding behind the curtains. But before you can claim victory, you've got to make sure they're not standing on forbidden ground - like Aunt Mildred's prized antique rug. That, my friends, is the essence of a title search - it's like peeling back the layers of a r...
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