The recent slowdown in the residential housing market has provided new buying opportunities through more affordable houses, especially for first-time buyers.
Before embarking on a real estate hunt however, it’s a good idea to pick up a few insights on buying a first home.
Many Web sites offer a range of advice for anyone looking to purchase a home. Here’s a sampling:
*Bankrate.com contains a nine-step approach to buying a home for the first time. bankrate.com/brm/news/real-estate/BuyerGuide2004/fthb-tips.asp
*Home Loan Learning Center explores making a self-assessment before setting out to buy a home. homebuyinginstitute.com
*National Association of Realtors offers an array of links to various first-time home buying topics. realtor.org/library/library/fg209
*Realestateabc.com discusses key considerations for first-time home buyers. www.realestateabc.com/insights/first-time-home-buyers.htm
*U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development serves up 100 questions and answers related to buying a new home. www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/buying/buyhm.cfm
