Home Buying Basics        Finances       Finding a Home        Making an Offer        Closing        Homeownership

Home Buying Guide

 

Home Buying in a nutshell (link to video)

Step 1: Getting Started 

Starting your home buying journey is exciting. We have tips, videos, and ready to help you!

Whether you're getting your finances in order, house hunting, making an offer, negotiating your contract, or just starting to think about buying a home, we've got help for each step of the home buying process. Along with our library of articles, don't miss these helpful home buying videos, MilitaryByOwner's free downloadable home buying ebooks, and home buying blog posts.

Home Buying Basics 

       

The Basics 

Home Buying 101 Considering a home purchase while serving in the military or as a veteran is likely one of your most daunting lifestyle decisions. Before you reach out to a real estate professional, take the time to find out precisely what it takes to buy a house.

Do I Need a Buyer's Agent to Buy a Home?  Find out the reasons why it may or may not be a good choice for your situation.

Buying a Home with Renting in Mind  Most military families buy a home to turn around and move in 3 years. If you are planning to buy a home now to rent later, there are a couple of things to keep in mind.

Should Military Members Rent or Own a Home? What to Know Before Deciding

New: How much house can you afford (blog below)

Types of Homes- (blog below

 

The Financing Part 

The Financial Part

5 Steps to Balance Your Home Buying Dream Against Your Budget Reality

Qualifying for a loan

Understanding the Different Types of Home Loans

What is a VA Loan

Credit Score

Watch   Preparing your Finances

 

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Step 2: Finding the Right Home 

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Finding a Home (Househunting)

 

Househunting

Tips When Househunting

How do I Stop Being Discouraged When House Hunting?

Top Househunting Mistakes

Home Search App 

 

Making an Offer

Making an Offer

Why you Need a Home Inspection

Buying from a FSBO Homeowner

Negotiating your Offer Without an Agent

What to do if Your Offer is Rejected

Should you write a Home Offer Letter

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Step 3: Closing and Home Ownership

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Closing

 

Closing or Settlement

Home Buyer's Walkthrough Checklist

Home Buyer's Walkthrough Checklist

Home Buyer's Walkthrough Checklist

 

 

 

Home Ownership

 

Home Ownership

Home Buyer's Walkthrough Checklist

Home Buyer's Walkthrough Checklist

Home Buyer's Walkthrough Checklist

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