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The perfect place to learn about purchasing a home. Read articles about the home buying process, how to get started as a first-time home buyer, preparing to buy, and what to expect when you're a homeowner.

7 Things to Know Before Buying a House From Your Parents or Family

7 Things to Know Before Buying a House From Your Parents or Family

Why Buying From Family Is More Common, and More Involved, Than People Expect Buying a house from your parents or...

Aug 31, 2026|7 min read
7 Things to Know About Mortgage Preapproval and Your Credit Score in 2026

7 Things to Know About Mortgage Preapproval and Your Credit Score in 2026

Look, I've been doing this since I was 18. Someone recruited me to the mortgage industry while I was serving...

Sep 12, 2026|3 min read
7 Things to Know About Family Opportunity Mortgages in 2026

7 Things to Know About Family Opportunity Mortgages in 2026

Understanding Family Opportunity Mortgages: What Makes Them Different I was talking to a borrower last week whose mother needed to...

Sep 18, 2026|5 min read
The Ultimate Home Inspection Checklist for 2026: What Every Buyer Needs to Know

The Ultimate Home Inspection Checklist for 2026: What Every Buyer Needs to Know

You've found the house. Love the neighborhood. Price seems right. After working with thousands of home buyers, I've learned that...

Sep 4, 2026|8 min read
The Real Cost of Homeownership in 2026: What First-Time Buyers Need to Know

The Real Cost of Homeownership in 2026: What First-Time Buyers Need to Know

I was helping my neighbor calculate what she could actually afford for her first home, and when we got to...

Aug 31, 2026|4 min read
The Real Cost of a Home Inspection in 2026: What Every Buyer Needs to Know

The Real Cost of a Home Inspection in 2026: What Every Buyer Needs to Know

Look, I'm gonna be straight with you. I almost didn't write this article. It's Monday morning, I've got a newborn...

Aug 31, 2026|15 min read
The Monthly Cost of a $300,000 Mortgage in 2026: Complete Breakdown for First-Time Buyers

The Monthly Cost of a $300,000 Mortgage in 2026: Complete Breakdown for First-Time Buyers

Just breathe. I know looking at mortgage numbers can feel overwhelming, especially if you're a first-time home buyer navigating this...

Aug 31, 2026|11 min read
The Complete Guide to Buying a House with Cash in 2026: What 26% of Buyers Need to Know

The Complete Guide to Buying a House with Cash in 2026: What 26% of Buyers Need to Know

I remember sitting in my Louisville living room last fall, talking with a neighbor who'd just inherited a substantial amount...

Sep 4, 2026|11 min read
The 10 Cheapest States to Buy a House in 2026: Complete Affordability Guide

The 10 Cheapest States to Buy a House in 2026: Complete Affordability Guide

1. West Virginia: The Most Affordable State Overall Median Home Price: $225,506 Median Monthly Mortgage Payment: $871 Cost of Living...

Aug 31, 2026|10 min read