BUYER'S GUIDE
FIRST-TIME
HOME BUYERS
Buying a home could be daunting. We'll make sure it isn't.
Buying a home is a huge step, and there's a lot to learn along the way. This may help you be prepared and excited about your new home. Here you'll find tips, tools and further reading on whatever you might be wondering, wherever you are in the process.
Home Buying
Basics
Affording a
Home
Pre-Approval
Process
Making a
Purchase
Buying a
Second Home
Looking to
Relocate
Home Buyers Tools & Resources
Home loan application checklist
Yes there's going to be some paperwork when you apply for a home loan, but it's not that tricky with a little help. Here's a simple checklist of the things you might be expected to provide.
What kind of payments to expect
If you've found the property you want and have price in mind, get an idea of what kind of monthly payment to expect. Just plug in the home price, down payment and interest rate.
The basics of borrowing
If you've never taken out a mortgage before, it can seem overly complicated and intimidating. Here is a breakdown of the nitty gritty financial details for you. Learn about loan types, the difference between pre-approved and pre-qualified and the meaning behind everything from APR to rate lock and closing costs.