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Home Buying

Welcome to the ActiveRain Home Buying section. This is the place where you'll find comprehensive information on everything connected to purchasing a home – and we mean everything.


What exactly goes on in a home inspection and how is it different from a home appraisal? Curious about what it takes to purchase that foreclosure you've had your eye on? You'll find out how to do it right here. Look around: the professionals at ActiveRain have the information you need.


ActiveRain is the top real estate social network in the world. So, while you may find articles about purchasing a home on other websites, only at ActiveRain do you have the opportunity to read the words of wisdom from over 300,000 real estate industry professionals. From real estate agents to lenders to home inspectors and stagers -- that's a lot of brain power and we've harnessed it, right here at AR.


What are you waiting for? Everything you need to know about home buying awaits you on the following pages!

Recent blogs on Home Buying
By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Tustin Weekly Market Update April 15th - 21st, 2024 Briarcliff Village BACK ON THE MARKET Donwest | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1208 sq. ft. | $749,000 Cambridge Lane RECENTLY SOLD Calverton Way | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1324 sq. ft. | $850,000 Mandevilla NEWLY LISTED Keller Drive | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 531 sq. ft. | $590,000 Tustin Del Verde RECENTLY SOLD Ballesteros Lane | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1724 sq. ft. | $980,000 Player Lane | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1170 sq. ft. | $859,900 Tustin Imperial NEWLY LISTED Mitchell Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1208 sq. ft. | $639,000 Ventana RECENTLY SOLD Tryall | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1467 sq. ft. | $1,050,000 Villa Vallerto RECENTLY SOLD Mitchell Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 972 sq. ft. | $545,000
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By Captain Wayne - Rowlett Real Estate School, Rowlett Real Estate School / Owner and Instructor
(Rowlett Real Estate School)
In the fast-paced world of real estate, buyers often find themselves navigating through high-demand seller's markets, where competition is fierce, and properties fly off the market in the blink of an eye. While it may seem daunting, with the right strategies and approach, buyers can still secure their dream home even in the most challenging of markets. Here are some insider tips to help you outsmart the market and come out on top as a buyer. Lay the Financial FoundationBefore diving into the market, it's crucial to lay a solid financial foundation: Get Pre-Approved: Start by getting pre-approved for a mortgage. This not only gives you a clear idea of your budget but also makes your offer more attractive to sellers. Set a Realistic Budget: Define your budget and stick to it. In a competi...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Fullerton Weekly Market Update April 15th - 21st, 2024 Heritage Fullerton NEWLY LISTED W Houston Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 977 sq. ft. | $601,000 Sunny Ridge Townhomes RECENTLY SOLD Monterey Place | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1574 sq. ft. | $825,000 Westside RECENTLY SOLD Coltway #189 | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1148 sq. ft. | $735,000
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By Stephanie Huber, Real Estate Brokerage serving Port St. Lucie, FL
(www.thehubergroup.com | Huber Real Estate Group of Florida)
The Allison model at Kolter's PGA Verano in Port St Lucie, Florida features 2 bedrooms,  2 bathrooms under 1,434 square feet under air. This home offers a nice open floorplan with a centrally located kitchen with a flex room off of the front entry and living space looking out through the tall sliding glass doors towards the back lanai. All homes at PGA Verano include concrete block construction with impact glass windows & doors & concrete tile roofs. With Kolter Homes, you have the ability to personalize your home with several structural options including an extended lanai, summer kitchen, second-story bonus room & much more!PGA Verano is a luxury manned gated community for all ages with resort style amenities including a 27,000 square foot social clubhouse, 13,000 sq ft fitness center,...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Cypress Weekly Market Update April 15th - 21st, 2024 Tanglewood RECENTLY SOLD Elizabeth Court | 3 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 1426 sq. ft. | $699,999 Tanglewood West RECENTLY SOLD Larwin Avenue | 4 bedrooms | None.5 baths | 1748 sq. ft. | $844,900 Larwin Avenue | 4 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1748 sq. ft. | $834,900 Bloomfield Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1587 sq. ft. | $792,000 Tudor Commons RECENTLY SOLD Crescent Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1315 sq. ft. | $599,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Rancho Santa Margarita Weekly Market Update April 15th - 21st, 2024 Alicante RECENTLY SOLD Vista Frondosa | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 2195 sq. ft. | $1,295,000 Belflora RECENTLY SOLD Castano | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1048 sq. ft. | $614,900 Belterraza RECENTLY SOLD Encantado | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1623 sq. ft. | $945,000 Los Portillos RECENTLY SOLD Timbre | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 875 sq. ft. | $579,900 Magnolia RECENTLY SOLD Bloomfield Lane | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1214 sq. ft. | $850,000 Terracina BACK ON THE MARKET Via Vicini | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1321 sq. ft. | $779,000 RECENTLY SOLD Via Vicini | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1228 sq. ft. | $798,000 Vista La Cuesta RECENTLY SOLD Vista Barranca | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 924 sq. ft. | $625,000
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
La Jolla Weekly Market Update April 15th - 21st, 2024 Boardwalk RECENTLY SOLD Villa La Jolla Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1243 sq. ft. | $899,000 Eastbluff RECENTLY SOLD Caminito Eastbluff | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1458 sq. ft. | $1,175,000 Villa Milano NEWLY LISTED Marine Street | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 792 sq. ft. | $818,000 Villas Mallorca RECENTLY SOLD Villa La Jolla Drive | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 1056 sq. ft. | $875,000
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
San Marcos Weekly Market Update April 15th - 21st, 2024 Chateau RECENTLY SOLD Circa Del Lago | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 962 sq. ft. | $240,000 Solaire RECENTLY SOLD Cosmo Way | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1158 sq. ft. | $739,900
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By E. Steve Banis, Jr., https://www.SouthCarolinaHomesInc.com
(South Carolina Homes Inc.)
FSBO  RENT to OWN  House Summerville 🈚▐►NO BANK QUALIFYING RENT to OWN Brick House 3bd Summerville-CharlestonNEW TODAY!!     NEW TODAY!!Creative No bank financing, Any credit okay!  Brick 3 bed home, available today!✅SCHEDULE Your Visit by Appointment: See Video Tour on Our Website Below  ★ Terms = Savings!★ FREE RENT Month 3 - Boost Your Credit Score ★ Two Rent to Own Options to Choose OR ★ Buy Outright for HUGE Cash Discount  ★ JUST RENOVATED & UPDATED - SEE WEBSITE BELOW★ ★BUY HERE AVAILABLE TODAY!! 3 bd BRICK HOUSE RENOVATED  PLUS LAND – NEW APPLIANCES, Large Yard Front and Back, Trees, PLUS Shed! MORE! ★ ★ BUY HERE WholeSale Buyer Values see:✴️▐► SCInvestmentProperties.com ★ ★★ We contact ALL who Visit Our FREE Preferred Buyer VIPCall Steve for Appointment★ ★See Our BUYER Website B...
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Murrieta Weekly Market Update April 15th - 21st, 2024 Arroyo Viejo II BACK ON THE MARKET Via Las Flores | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1293 sq. ft. | $480,000 Country Club Villas at Bear Creek NEWLY LISTED Lochinvar Court | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1795 sq. ft. | $649,900 Meadowlane RECENTLY SOLD Woodridge Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1444 sq. ft. | $499,990 Montego Bay RECENTLY SOLD Turtle Bay | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1016 sq. ft. | $425,000 Anchor Bay | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1016 sq. ft. | $448,000 Ridgegate BACK ON THE MARKET Paseo De Oro | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1822 sq. ft. | $475,000 Willow Haven RECENTLY SOLD Willow Haven Lane | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1814 sq. ft. | $475,000
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Lake Elsinore Weekly Market Update April 15th - 21st, 2024 Brookview Terrace RECENTLY SOLD Canyon Hills Road | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1556 sq. ft. | $420,000
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Riverside Weekly Market Update April 15th - 21st, 2024 Barclay Square RECENTLY SOLD Chaucer Circle | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1005 sq. ft. | $449,900 De Anza Verde NEWLY LISTED Lakeside | 3 bedrooms | 1 baths | 1560 sq. ft. | $465,000 White Oak NEWLY LISTED White Oak Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1069 sq. ft. | $349,999
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Corona Weekly Market Update April 15th - 21st, 2024 Contadora NEWLY LISTED La Tierra Street | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 888 sq. ft. | $385,000 RECENTLY SOLD La Tierra Street | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 888 sq. ft. | $340,000 Margarita Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 888 sq. ft. | $390,000 Oakview RECENTLY SOLD Brentwood Circle | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1095 sq. ft. | $450,000 Sage Canyon NEWLY LISTED San Gabriel Way | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 735 sq. ft. | $385,000 RECENTLY SOLD Del Mar Way | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 735 sq. ft. | $379,900 San Gabriel Way | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 735 sq. ft. | $389,000 Triana at Corona Ranch BACK ON THE MARKET Las Colinas Circle | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 642 sq. ft. | $355,000 Trilogy at Glen Ivy RECENTLY SOLD Cahuilla Court | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1597 sq. ft. | ...
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Temecula Weekly Market Update April 15th - 21st, 2024 Rancho Meadows BACK ON THE MARKET La Paz Road | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1889 sq. ft. | $499,900 Reflections at Temecula Lane NEWLY LISTED Poppy Ridge Drive | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1548 sq. ft. | $525,000 Poppy Ridge Drive | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1548 sq. ft. | $539,000 Belvista RECENTLY SOLD Calle Estrella | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1128 sq. ft. | $528,000
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Hemet Weekly Market Update April 15th - 21st, 2024 Dartmouth Arbors RECENTLY SOLD Baylor Way | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 750 sq. ft. | $205,000 Lincoln View NEWLY LISTED Andrade Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1140 sq. ft. | $275,000
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By Charles Stallions, 850-476-4494 - Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Fl.
(Charles Stallions Real Estate Services )
If you are preparing to buy a home, here are five essential steps to increase your odds of becoming a better homebuyer. Are you looking to purchase a home this year? With today’s competitive market, laying the groundwork early is vital. Here are five crucial steps to take sooner rather than later:1. Educate Yourself Knowledge is power, especially in the fast-paced world of home buying. Understanding the process and being familiar with the mortgage journey can give you the confidence to make informed decisions swiftly. Plus, homebuyer education might open doors to special programs tailored for first-time buyers, making homeownership more accessible. As your buyer's agent, I will provide information on neighborhoods, schools, and available jobs if needed.2. Determine Affordability It’s no...
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By Charles Stallions, 850-476-4494 - Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Fl.
(Charles Stallions Real Estate Services )
Why Choose Charles Stallions, a 27-year Veteran Real Estate Broker, for Your Homebuying Journey? When most agents are just looking for another sale, Charles sells on a win-win basis, starting with a detailed list of your needs, wants, and wishes. There may be the perfect off-market home with your name on it, and Charles can find it.NEEDS: What do you want in a home for your family's comfort? How many bedrooms, baths, and the layout?WANTS: These are things you want but may negotiate for needs such as price, appliance packages, special lighting, ETC.WISHES: OK, so you want the whole yard sodded, a particular type of room (bonus room), a different lot, a pool, a workshop, a side garage, different ceilings, etc.Navigating the complexities of buying a home can be overwhelming in today's comp...
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By Manfred Lewis Leslie Horne & Associates, Realtor Spartanburg and Greenville SC
(Leslie Horne &Associates )
There are a few lesser known benefits when it comes to living in a 55+ community. From lower property taxes to access to amenities, these communities can be a great option for those who are ready for a quiet, slower-paced life. Have you ever considered a 55+ community?#realestate #realestateagent #listreports #buying #selling #realestateexpert #homeowner #financehub #dreamhome #homeownership #homebuying #homesearch #buyingahome
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