Finding the Right Agent or Broker
Once you announce your intention to buy a home, you'll be courted by every real estate professional you know or meet. But which real estate agent should you choose to work with? Lisa Skolnik has some advice on finding the one that's right for you.
Getting Your Warranties
While we all hope the work going into a new home will last, we've all encountered the appliance, fixture, flooring, or paint job that goes sour. Barbara Buchholz talks warranties, and the importance of keeping track of what's covered, by whom, and for how long.
Don't let anything obstruct your view: Have your windows washed, inside and out. If you can't do it yourself, hire a company.
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What Goes Around, Comes Around Ilyce Glink is the bestselling author of 100 Questions Every First Time Home Buyer Should Ask,
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HUD-1 Form Tip Sheet
Samuel Tamkin, our resident real estate attorney, helps walk you through the HUD-1 form you'll need to fill out when buying your new home.
