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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 Joe Jackson, Clintonville and Central Ohio Real Estate Expert
(Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty)
 Central Ohio investors now can access the entire inventory of Central Ohio Bank Owned properties for sale by using the link below. Once you open the link, you get the exact data as displayed in the Columbus MLS database. By clicking on the photo, you can get additional photos. By clicking on the address, you get a map of the property’s location. By clicking on “Franklin,” you get access to tax information, mortgage amounts, and transfer dates on each property. Hopefully, this is a way buyers for Central Ohio Bank Owned properties can get up-to-date information and make an informed purchase. We can show you any of these homes,so please contact The Jackson Team at 614-431-1220. Click Here to Access the Entire Inventory of Central Ohio Bank Owned Properties For Sale!
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Santa Monica Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 1033 Ocean NEWLY LISTED Ocean Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1396 sq. ft. | $2,950,000 2444 4th Street RECENTLY SOLD 4Th Street | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 665 sq. ft. | $599,000 Casa Pacifica RECENTLY SOLD 3Rd Street | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1959 sq. ft. | $2,195,000 Enchanted View BACK ON THE MARKET Centinela Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1777 sq. ft. | $799,900 Ocean Aire BACK ON THE MARKET Ocean Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1541 sq. ft. | $3,995,000 Park Plaza BACK ON THE MARKET Ocean Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1900 sq. ft. | $2,288,000 Santa Monica Bay Tower RECENTLY SOLD California Avenue | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 690 sq. ft. | $699,000 Sea Colony II RECENTLY SOLD Neilson Way | 1 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1105 sq. f...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
(Joe Manausa Real Estate)
3043 Cloudland Dr, Tallahassee, FL Click here to Get Directions$220000 2 Beds - 1 Baths - 0.52 acres Lot Photos Maps & Local Schools Print Welcome to your own piece of paradise in Lakeshore! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home rests on over half an acre of lush land, offering a serene retreat for nature lovers and garden enthusiasts alike. The property was recently updated with vinyl plank flooring upstairs (2022), a new fence (2022), new appliances (2022-2023) ensuring convenience and style. It also features a 2018 roof, new 200AMP electric in 2022, and 2016 HVAC & Water Heater. The property has an abundance of fruit trees including cara cara navel orange, blood orange, tangerine, peach, lemon, lime, mulberries, figs, olives, persimmon, pear, pomegranate, kumquat, loquat, bananas...
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By E. Steve Banis, Jr., https://www.SouthCarolinaHomesInc.com
(South Carolina Homes Inc.)
🈚▐►NO BANK QUALIFYING RENT to OWN Brick House 3bd Summerville-CharlestonSee Video Tour on our WholeSale Buyer Website Below ★Two Rent to Own Options to Choose ★ or Buy Outright for Cash Discount  ★ JUST RENOVATED & UPDATED - SEE WEBSITE BELOW★ ★BUY HERE AVAILABLE TODAY!! 3 bd BRICK HOUSE RENOVATED  PLUS LAND – NEW APPLIANCES, Large Yard Front and Back, Trees, PLUS Shed! MORE! ★ ★ BUY HERE  WholeSale Buyer Values see:✴️▐► SCInvestmentProperties.com ★ ★★ We contact ALL who Visit Our FREE Preferred Buyer VIPCall Steve for Appointment★ ★See Our BUYER Website Below to BUY Your Next House - Mobile Home or Land for CASH:   SEE On Our BUYER WEBSITE to Buy a Home We Are the Mt Pleasant SC Real Estate Investment Company. Serving the Greater Charleston South Carolina Community Since 2002.★ We Are ...
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By Bill Salvatore - East Valley, Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net
(Arizona Elite Properties )
It's time to make your own luck when it comes to real estate! Celebrate St. Patrick's Day by finding the perfect real estate agent to help you find your dream home at the end of the rainbow 🌈 #realestate #stpattys #realestateagent #listreports #buying #selling #realestateexpert #homeowner #financehub #dreamhome #homeownership #homebuying #homesearch #buyingahome
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By Manfred Lewis Leslie Horne & Associates, Realtor Spartanburg and Greenville SC
(Leslie Horne &Associates )
It's time to make your own luck when it comes to real estate! Celebrate St. Patrick's Day by finding the perfect real estate agent to help you find your dream home at the end of the rainbow 🌈 #realestate #stpattys #realestateagent #listreports #buying #selling #realestateexpert #homeowner #financehub #dreamhome #homeownership #homebuying #homesearch #buyingahome
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Woodland Hills Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 The Met RECENTLY SOLD Owensmouth Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1020 sq. ft. | $595,000 Owensmouth Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1020 sq. ft. | $599,000 Warner Club Villas RECENTLY SOLD Burbank Boulevard | 3 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 1700 sq. ft. | $699,000 Warner Woodlands Two RECENTLY SOLD Owensmouth Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1054 sq. ft. | $680,000 Warner Woods RECENTLY SOLD Burbank Boulevard | 3 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 1700 sq. ft. | $699,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Long Beach Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 Bixby Riviera RECENTLY SOLD Riviera Circle | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1454 sq. ft. | $730,000 Hampton Condominium BACK ON THE MARKET Ackerfield Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 876 sq. ft. | $420,000 Lindenwood BACK ON THE MARKET Linden Avenue | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 660 sq. ft. | $365,000 Marina Pacifica RECENTLY SOLD Marina Pacifica Drive | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 1012 sq. ft. | $629,000 S Marina Pacifica Drive | 2 bedrooms | 3 baths | 1576 sq. ft. | $999,800 Marina Pacifica Drive | 0 bedrooms | 1 baths | 737 sq. ft. | $599,900 Marina Pacifica Drive | 1 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1119 sq. ft. | $699,999 Marina Pacifica Drive | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 926 sq. ft. | $599,000 Pacific Shores BACK ON THE MARKET Pacific Avenue | 1 bedrooms | 1 b...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Culver City Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 Adobe Grande NEWLY LISTED Buckingham | 2 bedrooms | 3 baths | 1767 sq. ft. | $889,000 The Buckingham RECENTLY SOLD Buckingham | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1216 sq. ft. | $685,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Tarzana Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 Collinwood Condominiums RECENTLY SOLD Collins Street | 4 bedrooms | 3 baths | 1698 sq. ft. | $719,500 Lindley Terrace NEWLY LISTED Lindley Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 3 baths | 2393 sq. ft. | $749,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Playa Vista Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 Coronado Playa Vista BACK ON THE MARKET Playa Vista Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1210 sq. ft. | $1,099,000 Tempo Playa Vista RECENTLY SOLD Seabluff Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 910 sq. ft. | $899,999 Villa Savona RECENTLY SOLD Playa Vista Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1430 sq. ft. | $1,095,000 Waterstone RECENTLY SOLD Crescent Park | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1130 sq. ft. | $895,000 The Metro BACK ON THE MARKET Crescent | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 1310 sq. ft. | $965,000 Crescent | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1630 sq. ft. | $1,250,000
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
(Joe Manausa Real Estate)
6754 Alan A Dale Trl, Tallahassee, FL Click here to Get Directions$300000 3 Beds - 2 Baths - 0.39 acres Lot Photos Maps & Local Schools Print *** Open House on Sunday March 17th from 2-4.*** Well maintained Ranch style home is awaiting a new owner! Engineered flooring with ceramic tile in bathrooms, kitchen, laundry, and sunroom. Huge family room with wood burning fireplace. Galley style kitchen is between the generous sized dining room and the breakfast area. Very near Pimlico Park which has a variety of outdoor activities. Big master bedroom and bathroom with shower, walk in closet. Screened porch overlooking fully fenced, level backyard. Good sized secondary bedrooms with huge closets. Great area, perfect location, close to everything including top rated school zones. Follow This Home
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Brentwood Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 Brentwood House RECENTLY SOLD San Vicente Boulevard | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1662 sq. ft. | $1,625,000 The Brentwood RECENTLY SOLD San Vicente Boulevard | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 2176 sq. ft. | $1,650,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
San Pedro Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 Harbor Gate NEWLY LISTED Brett Place | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1085 sq. ft. | $539,000
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By Dan Rochon, Top Realtor in Northern Virginia
(Greetings Virginia with eXp Realty)
THE HIDDEN GEM OF OLD TOWN MANASSAS - NORTHERN VIRGINIA REAL ESTATE Discovering The Beauty Of Old Town ManassasWelcome to Old Town Manassas, where history meets home. Picture yourself strolling down cobblestone streets, surrounded by the timeless beauty of 19th-century architecture and a community that feels like family. This charming town in Northern Virginia isn't just a place to live; it's an experience.Imagine mornings at local cafes, afternoons exploring boutique shops, and evenings filled with the stories of the past. Old Town Manassas isn't just a destination; it's an invitation to be part of a community where every corner has a tale.Discover the warmth, character, and unique charm that make Old Town Manassas more than just a location – it's a place to call home.  Things To Do In...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Westchester Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 Amalfi Villas RECENTLY SOLD La Tijera Boulevard | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 677 sq. ft. | $495,000 Tremont Condominiums RECENTLY SOLD Alvern Street | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1140 sq. ft. | $765,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Marina del Rey Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 20 Ironsides BACK ON THE MARKET Ironsides Street | 3 bedrooms | 3.5 baths | 1875 sq. ft. | $2,150,000 Marina City Club BACK ON THE MARKET Marina City Drive | 3 bedrooms | 1 baths | 1722 sq. ft. | $847,500 RECENTLY SOLD Marina City Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | None sq. ft. | $895,000 Villa Imperia RECENTLY SOLD La Villa Marina | 2 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 1456 sq. ft. | $1,245,000 Villa San Cipriano RECENTLY SOLD La Villa Marina | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1582 sq. ft. | $999,000 Villa San Tropez BACK ON THE MARKET Admiral Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 1932 sq. ft. | $1,389,000 Via Marina Tahiti BACK ON THE MARKET Marina City Drive | 3 bedrooms | 1 baths | 1722 sq. ft. | $847,500 Admiral Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 1932 s...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Winnetka Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 Saticoy Gardens BACK ON THE MARKET Saticoy Street | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 640 sq. ft. | $364,995
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By Manfred Lewis Leslie Horne & Associates, Realtor Spartanburg and Greenville SC
(Leslie Horne &Associates )
Making improvements to your home can not only improve your lifestyle while you're living there, but also enhance its appeal to prospective buyers, potentially resulting in a higher sale price. If you're thinking of making a move, send me a message and let's chat! #realestate #realestateagent #listreports #buying #selling #realestateexpert #homeowner #financehub #dreamhome #homeownership #homebuying #homesearch #buyingahome
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
Need assistance finding a game day home or student housing in Auburn? Hey Auburn Family! Have you taken a stroll through Auburn University’s campus lately? The tulips this year are an absolute sight to behold! Vibrant hues painting the landscape with their beauty, making our beloved campus even more enchanting. As an Auburn Realtor, I can’t help but appreciate the charm this adds to our community!Whether you’re captivated by the idea of owning a piece of game day paradise or seeking the perfect student housing solution, I’ve got you covered! With my expertise in Auburn real estate, I can guide you through the process seamlessly.Ready to make your Auburn dreams a reality? Let’s chat!  #berkshirehathawayhomeservicespreferredrealestate #AuburnRealtor #GameDayHomes #StudentHousing #AuburnTu...
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