First Home Loan
Navigating the home-buying process can be tricky – especially if you’ve never done it before. The resources in this section will guide first-time homebuyers through the experience by tackling loan types, cost considerations, required documentation, contract terms, and more.
A Guide to Buying Your First Home
Essential tips and insights for first-time home buyers in our comprehensive guide, covering everything from financial preparation to closing the deal on your dream home.
Escrow Accounts: What Are They and How Do They Work?
Escrow accounts serve as important intermediaries in the home buying and homeownership process.
How Much Does It Cost to Buy a House?
Understand the true costs of buying a home with Own Up's comprehensive guide. Uncover the various expenses involved, from down payments to closing costs, and prepare for your home ...
Escrow Accounts: What Are They and How Do They Work?
Escrow accounts serve as important intermediaries in the home buying and homeownership process.
How Much Does It Cost to Buy a House?
Understand the true costs of buying a home with Own Up's comprehensive guide. Uncover the various expenses involved, from down payments to closing costs, and prepare for your home buying journey.
How Much Mortgage Can I Actually Afford?
Learn how to calculate the mortgage you can afford by considering factors like monthly budget, savings, credit score, and loan terms. Use our tips and resources to confidently navigate the home buying process and make informed financial decisions.
Mortgage Repayment Best Practices
Staying current with your mortgage payments is critical. Learn tips for staying on track and how early repayment options could help you save money over time.
How To Budget For A House
Figuring out how much mortgage you can afford can be difficult. Use this simple guide to learn how to budget for a house.
Can You Have a Co-signer on a Mortgage Loan?
Applying for a mortgage with a co-signer could improve your chances of getting approved, but it has its risks.
What Do Mortgage Lenders Look For in a Borrower?
Here’s a mortgage roadmap to help you overcome unforeseen approval obstacles with your potential lender.
Understanding Open Houses: What Are They and How Do They Work?
An open house is one of the most efficient ways for home sellers to share their homes with interested buyers and for potential homebuyers to view the homes they’re interested in seeing.
Why We Think Buying Agents Are Worth It
Buying a home with the help of a real estate agent is a smart move. Here are 6 ways an agent can help you.
Monthly Housing Expenses: The True Cost of Home Ownership
Understand the nuances of your monthly housing expenses; learn about mortgage payments, insurance, property taxes, and how to manage these costs effectively for a secure and comfortable living situation.