What is the first step in buying a home?

Real estate experts agree that long before you peruse listings or check out open houses, you should talk to a lender about getting a mortgage. "Talk to your bank or a reputable mortgage company to see what you qualify to purchase," explains Rosanne Nitti, a Realtor® with RMN Investments & Realty Services, in Laguna Beach, CA. read more

Buying a house requires a lot of time and effort, but these 10 steps can help make the home buying process manageable and help you make the best decisions possible. Step 1: Start Your Research Early As soon as you can, start reading Web sites, newspapers, and magazines that have real estate listings. read more