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)
West LA Weekly Market Update March 13th - 19th, 2023 11700 Iowa RECENTLY SOLD Iowa Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1971 sq. ft. | $879,000 Granville Gardens RECENTLY SOLD Granville Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 3 baths | 1688 sq. ft. | $1,087,500 Granville Villas RECENTLY SOLD Granville Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 933 sq. ft. | $699,900
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By Craig Lebrau, Property Geek in Upper East Side NYC
(Lebrau Property)
Are you considering buying a house? Real estate can be a tricky business and there are many important factors to consider before you sign on the dotted line. To make sure you know what you're getting into, here are five key things you should know about real estate before you buy a house. In this blog post, we'll look at these factors and provide some advice on how to make the best decision for your situation.Location, Location, LocationThe old adage "location, location, location" rings true for a reason, when it comes to real estate. The area where you purchase a house can make all the difference in the world. Before you go house hunting, make sure you research the neighbourhood. Consider the commute to work, crime rate, quality of local schools, and noise levels. If you are buying a ho...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Sherman Oaks Weekly Market Update March 13th - 19th, 2023 4970 Kester Ave RECENTLY SOLD Kester Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1412 sq. ft. | $549,000 13142 Riverside Dr RECENTLY SOLD Riverside Drive | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1402 sq. ft. | $599,995 14727 Magnolia Blvd RECENTLY SOLD W Magnolia Boulevard | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 963 sq. ft. | $469,000 Chandler Park Village RECENTLY SOLD Sylmar Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1228 sq. ft. | $539,900 Fulton Terrace RECENTLY SOLD Fulton Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1739 sq. ft. | $789,900 Golden Palms RECENTLY SOLD Kester Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1096 sq. ft. | $529,000 Oak Pointe RECENTLY SOLD Magnolia Boulevard | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1056 sq. ft. | $589,000 Oaks at Sepulveda RECENTLY SOLD Sepulveda Boulevard | 1 bedr...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Canoga Park Weekly Market Update March 13th - 19th, 2023 21000 Parthenia St RECENTLY SOLD Parthenia Street | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 901 sq. ft. | $339,000
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By Westchester Modular Homes Inc, Serving NY, NJ, PA, CT, NH, RI, MA, VT & ME
(Westchester Modular Homes Inc)
The builder Squash Meadow Construction has started to clear the building lot for House 8000... it will be Westchester Modular's 8,000th home build and it is also, as a matter of fact, Squash Meadow's 100th home build... once all the brush and trees have been cleared the foundation will be installed... stay tuned... you can follow the entire construction process of House 8000 at https://westchestermodular.com/house_8000/
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Santa Monica Weekly Market Update March 13th - 19th, 2023 Ocean Towers RECENTLY SOLD Ocean Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1216 sq. ft. | $819,900 1511 16th St RECENTLY SOLD 16Th Street | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 1110 sq. ft. | $989,000 425 Idaho RECENTLY SOLD Idaho Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1007 sq. ft. | $999,000 944 11th St RECENTLY SOLD 11Th Street | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 765 sq. ft. | $685,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
North Hollywood Weekly Market Update March 13th - 19th, 2023 10926 Moorpark St RECENTLY SOLD Moorpark Street | 2 bedrooms | 3 baths | 1133 sq. ft. | $589,000 Laurel Luxury Condominiums RECENTLY SOLD Laurel Canyon Boulevard | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1171 sq. ft. | $413,999 North Hollywood Terrace BACK ON THE MARKET Morse Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1196 sq. ft. | $500,000 Villa Casitas RECENTLY SOLD Kittridge Street | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 696 sq. ft. | $270,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Westwood Weekly Market Update March 13th - 19th, 2023 1658 Camden BACK ON THE MARKET Camden Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 1285 sq. ft. | $1,155,500 The Colony at Westwood RECENTLY SOLD Veteran Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 832 sq. ft. | $650,000 Century Fox Hills RECENTLY SOLD Fox Hills Drive | 3 bedrooms | 3 baths | 1701 sq. ft. | $1,125,000 Kinnard Westwood RECENTLY SOLD Kinnard Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1395 sq. ft. | $1,195,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Burbank Weekly Market Update March 13th - 19th, 2023 Toluca Lakeside Terrace RECENTLY SOLD Warner | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 760 sq. ft. | $400,000
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By Marcus Anderson, Mortgage Broker & Agent | Westside Los Angeles, CA
(MortgageBrokerSantaMonica.com)
Sherman Oaks Luxury Homes For SaleSearch the newest Sherman Oaks Luxury Homes For Sale & real estate listings. If you would like more information on any of these Sherman Oaks Luxury real estate listings, just click on a property to access the full details. From there, you can request more information or schedule a tour. And we'd be happy to provide you with disclosures, past sales history, dates and prices of properties which have recently sold nearby, and more, so just let us know how we can help!And, for your convenience, feel free to register for a free account to receive email alerts whenever new Sherman Oaks Luxury listings come on the market that match your specific criteria.To view Sherman Oaks Luxury Homes For SaleUseful Links: Beverly Hills Houses for Sale / Beverly Hills Homes...
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By Marcus Anderson, Mortgage Broker & Agent | Westside Los Angeles, CA
(MortgageBrokerSantaMonica.com)
Single Family Homes For Sale In Sherman Oaks CaSearch the newest Single Family Homes For Sale In Sherman Oaks Ca & real estate listings. If you would like more information on any of these Sherman Oaks Ca real estate listings, just click on a property to access the full details. From there, you can request more information or schedule a tour. And we'd be happy to provide you with disclosures, past sales history, dates and prices of properties which have recently sold nearby, and more, so just let us know how we can help!And, for your convenience, feel free to register for a free account to receive email alerts whenever new Sherman Oaks Ca listings come on the market that match your specific criteria.To view Single Family Homes For Sale In Sherman Oaks CaUseful Links: Beverly Hills Houses...
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By Marcus Anderson, Mortgage Broker & Agent | Westside Los Angeles, CA
(MortgageBrokerSantaMonica.com)
Sherman Oaks Homes for Sale with PoolSearch the newest Sherman Oaks Homes for Sale with Pool & real estate listings. If you would like more information on any of these Sherman Oaks with Pool real estate listings, just click on a property to access the full details. From there, you can request more information or schedule a tour. And we'd be happy to provide you with disclosures, past sales history, dates and prices of properties which have recently sold nearby, and more, so just let us know how we can help!And, for your convenience, feel free to register for a free account to receive email alerts whenever new Sherman Oaks with Pool listings come on the market that match your specific criteria.To view Sherman Oaks Homes for Sale with PoolUseful Links: Beverly Hills Houses for Sale / Beve...
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By E. Steve Banis, Jr., https://www.SouthCarolinaHomesInc.com
(South Carolina Homes Inc.)
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By Walter DiLoreto, Real Estate Short Sale Specialist
(PHP Houses)
If you’re thinking about buying a home, you want to know the decision will be a good one. And for many, that means thinking about what home prices are projected to do in the coming years and how that could impact your investment.This year, we aren’t seeing home prices fall dramatically. As the year goes on, however, some markets may go up in value while others may lose value. That’s why it’s helpful to keep the long-term view in mind. Experts project a return to a steadier rate of price appreciation in the years that follow.Home Price Appreciation in the Years AheadOver 100 economists, investment strategists, and housing market analysts were polled by Pulsenomics in their latest quarterly Home Price Expectation Survey (HPES). The report indicates what they believe will happen with home ...
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By Bill Salvatore - East Valley, Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net
(Arizona Elite Properties )
Many people do not realize how common homeownership is. In the United States, the homeownership rate stays around 65% each year. Of course, that number might be even higher if more people knew how to manage the risks that come along with owning a home. As great as owning a home can be, there is no denying that it comes with a lot of responsibility. If you do not manage the risks of owning a home, it may end up decreasing in value as the years go by. So what are the main risks that come with owning a home? How can you minimize them and prepare for the future? Read on to learn all about the most important things to understand about home ownership risks and what you can do about them! Buying a Home Means Constant Maintenance Costs For a lot of people, home maintenance costs are a role of ...
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By Westchester Modular Homes Inc, Serving NY, NJ, PA, CT, NH, RI, MA, VT & ME
(Westchester Modular Homes Inc)
Please RSVP TODAY for our IN-PERSON ON-LOCATION FACTORY & MODEL HOMES TOUR on Saturday, April 1st 2023 at https://www.wmh-factory-tour.com/ if you like to explore how we can help you design and build your dream home... bring any custom home plans you may have or may be considering for a free no obligation evaluation... we can build homes of any size, style and layout... there are virtually no limits... we work with selected builders and general contractors in NY, NJ, PA, CT, NH, RI, MA, VT & ME... we can work with your architect/builder or you can use our in-house designers... explore your options... complimentary lunch and refreshments will be served...
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By Joe Jackson, Clintonville and Central Ohio Real Estate Expert
(Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty)
This is an excellent post with great information. Thanks for sharing it.Have a super fantastic week!Joe Jackson, Realtor-KWCP Many people do not realize how common homeownership is. In the United States, the homeownership rate stays around 65% each year. Of course, that number might be even higher if more people knew how to manage the risks that come along with owning a home. As great as owning a home can be, there is no denying that it comes with a lot of responsibility. If you do not manage the risks of owning a home, it may end up decreasing in value as the years go by. So what are the main risks that come with owning a home? How can you minimize them and prepare for the future? Read on to learn all about the most important things to understand about home ownership risks and what you...
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By Melissa Thompson, I'm a real estate agent helping buyers and sellers
(Thompson Real Estate)
Many people do not realize how common homeownership is. In the United States, the homeownership rate stays around 65% each year.Of course, that number might be even higher if more people knew how to manage the risks that come along with owning a home. As great as owning a home can be, there is no denying that it comes with a lot of responsibility. If you do not manage the risks of owning a home, it may end up decreasing in value as the years go by.So what are the main risks that come with owning a home? How can you minimize them and prepare for the future? Read on to learn all about the most important things to understand about home ownership risks and what you can do about them!Buying a Home Means Constant Maintenance CostsFor a lot of people, home maintenance costs are a role of the d...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Century City Weekly Market Update March 13th - 19th, 2023 The Century RECENTLY SOLD W Century Drive | 3 bedrooms | 4.5 baths | 3430 sq. ft. | $6,495,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
West Hollywood Weekly Market Update March 13th - 19th, 2023 Doheny Plaza RECENTLY SOLD N Doheny Drive | 3 bedrooms | 4 baths | 3034 sq. ft. | $2,699,000 Park Wellington RECENTLY SOLD Alta Loma Road | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 731 sq. ft. | $699,000 Shatto West RECENTLY SOLD Westmount Drive | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 808 sq. ft. | $595,000 The Colonial House RECENTLY SOLD Havenhurst Drive | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 780 sq. ft. | $899,950 Palm Hancock RECENTLY SOLD Palm Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | None sq. ft. | $850,000
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