7 tips for first-time homebuyers
Buying a Home

7 tips for first-time homebuyers

Buying your first home is a major life milestone—it’s also one of the most stressful life events. Here are seven key tips to keep your anxiety in check as you enter this exciting new phase. 

Buying your first home — what you need to know

Homebuying process in 7 easy steps
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Homebuying process in 7 easy steps



Expert advice for first-time homebuyers
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Expert advice for first-time homebuyers



Should you buy a house or keep renting?
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Should you buy a house or keep renting?



A new way to get to that magic 20% down payment
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A new way to get to that magic 20% down payment



What impacts your credit score and how do you improve it?
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What impacts your credit score and how do you improve it?



What to do before applying for a mortgage
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What to do before applying for a mortgage



   

Is refinancing right for you?

When to refinance your mortgage
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When to refinance your mortgage



Refinance as a long-term strategy
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Refinance as a long-term strategy



How many times can you refinance?
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How many times can you refinance?



   

What every homeowner should think about

A simple guide for investing in <br>real estate
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A simple guide for investing in
real estate



The cost of property amenities
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The cost of property amenities



Renovate your home or buy new
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Renovate your home or buy new



   

Build your home with confidence

Understanding the building process
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Understanding the building process



Making the decision to build
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Making the decision to build



Choosing a contractor
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Choosing a contractor



 
I've answered thousands of questions from customers throughout my career. That's because the home financing process can feel overwhelming. Our goal is to create a central place for people to come and gain valuable information that can empower them to make the right home financing decisions.
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Kevin Chittenden

Executive Vice President and Chief Residential Lending Officer




 

 
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