Own Up
How it worksAbout
Resources

Learning Center

The know-how you need to navigate home financing.

Explore our learning center

Affordability Calculator

Learn how much home you can afford, and the next steps to take in the process.

Affordability calculator

Rate Range Finder

Get the range of rates for your borrowing scenario across thousands of lenders.

Find your rate range

For Realtors

Learn how Own Up can save your clients time and money.

Learn more

ReviewsFAQ

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

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.

From Sale to Sold: Your Guide to the “Pending” Status in Real Estate

From Sale to Sold: Your Guide to the “Pending” Status in Real Estate

What does it mean when an active listing moves into the pending phase? This article will break down the details about pending home sales and how they differ from other listing labe...

What are Contingencies and How Do They Affect Your Home Purchase?

What are Contingencies and How Do They Affect Your Home Purchase?

Contingencies can serve as an insurance policy during the homebuying process – for both the buyer and the seller. Here’s an in-depth look at how they can support your purchase proc...

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.

From Sale to Sold: Your Guide to the “Pending” Status in Real Estate

What does it mean when an active listing moves into the pending phase? This article will break down the details about pending home sales and how they differ from other listing labels.

What are Contingencies and How Do They Affect Your Home Purchase?

Contingencies can serve as an insurance policy during the homebuying process – for both the buyer and the seller. Here’s an in-depth look at how they can support your purchase process.

What Does it Mean to Be ‘Under Contract’?

The homebuying process doesn’t end after a seller accepts an offer. Here’s what it means to go under contract and how it can impact the closing process.

Preparation is Key: Your Ultimate Checklist of Mortgage Application Documents

From pre-approval to the loan application, you’ll become intimately familiar with paperwork during the mortgage process.

The 10 “Best” Home Mortgage Brokers in Boston, MA for 2022

With so many Massachusetts mortgage lenders, and 17,000+ options across the country, here are the top 10 mortgage lenders by volume in Massachusetts.

How Old Do You Have to Be to Buy A House?

Once people pass 18, the reality is that age is just a number. Your income, savings, maturity and life situation matter much more. The same goes for buying a house.

3 Real Estate Agents Separate 8 Homebuying Myths from Truths

We spoke with three influential agents to demystify some of the myths and truths about buying a home in the Boston area.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Buy a House for the First Time

Buying a home for the first time can be hard. Read this step by step guide to save time and money.

How Lenders Evaluate Occupancy Types

This Own Up Resource Center article explains the different home occupancy types and how they may affect your loan.

Disclaimer

The information provided to you in Own Up blog is intended to be for general informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal or tax advice. This blog is not a substitute for obtaining legal or tax advice from a qualified professional. The views and opinions expressed on this blog are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Own Up or describe Own Up's business model. Own Up makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the blog or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the blog for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk.