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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)
Interesting read! Understanding the mortgage rate you need to move is crucial for planning your next steps. This blog provides valuable insights into this aspect of the homebuying process. Thanks for shedding light on the mortgage rate considerations when moving!Have a super fantastic week!Joe Jackson, Realtor-KWCP If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, mortgage rates are probably top of mind for you. They may even be why you’ve put your plans on hold for now. When rates climbed near 8% last year, some buyers found the numbers  just didn’t make sense for their budget anymore. That may be the case for you too. Data from Bright MLS shows the top reason buyers delayed their plans to move is due to high mortgage rates (see graph below): David Childers, CEO at Keeping Current Matters, ...
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
La Jolla Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 Cape La Jolla Gardens RECENTLY SOLD Via Mallorca | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1680 sq. ft. | $1,150,000 Montefaro RECENTLY SOLD Genter Street | 3 bedrooms | 3.5 baths | 3153 sq. ft. | $2,995,000 Villa La Jolla RECENTLY SOLD Villa La Jolla Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 978 sq. ft. | $789,000 Windemere NEWLY LISTED Caminito Blythefield | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 2175 sq. ft. | $1,729,000
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By Walter DiLoreto, Real Estate Short Sale Specialist
(PHP Houses)
If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, mortgage rates are probably top of mind for you. They may even be why you’ve put your plans on hold for now. When rates climbed near 8% last year, some buyers found the numbers  just didn’t make sense for their budget anymore. That may be the case for you too.Data from Bright MLS shows the top reason buyers delayed their plans to move is due to high mortgage rates (see graph below): David Childers, CEO at Keeping Current Matters, speaks to this statistic in the recent How’s The Market podcast: “Three quarters of buyers said ‘we’re out’ due to mortgage rates. Here’s what I know going forward. That will change in 2024.” That’s because mortgage rates have come down off their peak last October. And while there’s still day-to-day volatility in rat...
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Carlsbad Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 Cascada RECENTLY SOLD Via Trato | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1110 sq. ft. | $749,900 Cortez Building RECENTLY SOLD Costa Del Mar Road | 1 bedrooms | 2 baths | 791 sq. ft. | $695,000 Marbella NEWLY LISTED La Costa Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1350 sq. ft. | $850,000 Windsong Cove NEWLY LISTED Kalpati Circle | 2 bedrooms | 3 baths | 1750 sq. ft. | $999,900 RECENTLY SOLD Layang Layang Circle | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1600 sq. ft. | $899,000
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By Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®, Giving Back With Each Home Sold!
(RE/MAX Platinum)
Waukesha County Home Sales Market Report February 2024Waukesha County Homes For Sale, Waukesha County Real Estate, Kristin Johnston, RE/MAX Real Estate Market Report for Waukesha County, WI for February 2024.  Waukesha County Real Estate, Waukesha County Homes For Sale My name is Kristin Johnston with RE/MAX Platinum.  My market report gives you the real estate activity for Waukesha County, WI for the last 30 days. Are you looking to buy a house in Waukesha County?  Wondering what your Waukesha County Home is worth? Call/text me at 414 254 6647 or email me at kjohnston@remax.net. I specialize in Waukesha County Real Estate, and have a lot of experience with Waukesha Real Estate and Pewaukee Real Estate.  In fact, I have lived in Waukesha, WI since 1997. Review my many happy client testi...
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By Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®, Giving Back With Each Home Sold!
(RE/MAX Platinum)
Sussex WI Homes for Sale | Market Report for February 2024Experience a great location for countryside living!The Village of Sussex is part of the Milwaukee metropolitan area. It is located approximately 19 miles northwest of Milwaukee and 9 miles north of Waukesha.With State Highway 164 crossing through Sussex and Interstate 94 just a few miles south, downtown Milwaukee is just a 30-minute drive southeast.The village is 7.24 square miles at an elevation of 930 feet. Nestled between the towns of Menomonee Falls, Hartland, and Waukesha, the village, which is generally small town in nature, is committed to the safety and quality of life of its residents.Sussex was founded in 1843 by George Elliot, a bricklayer from Beckley, East Sussex, and Richard Cooling, a blacksmith from Dorset. Other ...
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By Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®, Giving Back With Each Home Sold!
(RE/MAX Platinum)
Hartland WI Homes for Sale | Market Report for February 2024 Experience an exceptional quality of life here in Hartland WI!Hartland is a village in Waukesha County, Wisconsin. It is located along the Bark River and is a suburb of Milwaukee. The village a has a total area of 5.17 square miles, of which, 5.12 square miles of it is land and 0.05 square miles is water.Hartland was founded by Stephen Sylvanus-Warren who traveled to the area from Ann Arbor, Michigan in 1838. He purchased the first 245-acres and became the first settler, REALTOR® and builder. Soon, settlers  followed and helped develop the area through farming. The village was incorporated in 1892.Situated  in the heart of Southern Wisconsin’s beautiful Lake County, the village of Hartland exudes a small town charm, and a welc...
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By Jennifer Carstensen -The Real Estate Agency, We specialize in selling houses (License: 317824)
(The Real Estate Agency (Office License: 265417))
If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, mortgage rates are probably top of mind for you. They may even be why you’ve put your plans on hold for now. When rates climbed near 8% last year, some buyers found the numbers just didn’t make sense for their budget anymore. That may be the case for you too.Data from Bright MLS shows the top reason buyers delayed their plans to move is due to high mortgage rates (see graph below): David Childers, CEO at Keeping Current Matters, speaks to this statistic in the recent How’s The Market podcast:“Three quarters of buyers said ‘we’re out’ due to mortgage rates. Here’s what I know going forward. That will change in 2024.”That’s because mortgage rates have come down off their peak last October. And while there’s still day-to-day volatility in rates,...
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Santee Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 Treviso RECENTLY SOLD Via Sovana | 3 bedrooms | 3 baths | 1342 sq. ft. | $649,000
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Oceanside Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 Arbor Hill RECENTLY SOLD Edgehill Lane | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 578 sq. ft. | $375,000 Bay Shores NEWLY LISTED Driftwood Place | 3 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 1191 sq. ft. | $600,000 RECENTLY SOLD Baycliff Way | 2 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 1000 sq. ft. | $580,000 Costa Serena RECENTLY SOLD Gail Drive | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 1027 sq. ft. | $551,000 Lomas De Oro NEWLY LISTED Cameo Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 846 sq. ft. | $625,000 Mission View NEWLY LISTED Vista Del Rio Way | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1210 sq. ft. | $615,000 RECENTLY SOLD La Casita Way | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1152 sq. ft. | $499,999 La Pinata Way | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1224 sq. ft. | $575,000 Ocean Hills Country Club RECENTLY SOLD Cordoba Way | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | ...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
(Joe Manausa Real Estate)
1140 Renae Way, Tallahassee, FL Click here to Get Directions$475000 4 Beds - 2.5 Baths - 0.3 acres Lot Photos Maps & Local Schools Print Location Location Location!!!! In the heart of Tallahassee right across the street from the Tallahassee Nurseries!! This 1 story sits on a quiet street with only 6 home sites! This home is completely turn key once the seller puts on a NEW Roof with an acceptable contract. The main ticket items have been done with all New $10,000 windows, New AC 2022, New Hot Tub hard wired in, New Giant Concrete deck, perfect for entertaining out back along with over 10K of landscaping over the past few years. Irrigation system along with recurring services for the yard, mosquitos, termites, yard mites, etc. Will not find similar listing!!!! Follow This Home
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
(Joe Manausa Real Estate)
302 Hawkbill Ct, Tallahassee, FL Click here to Get Directions$385000 3 Beds - 2 Baths - 0.31 acres Lot Photos Maps & Local Schools Print Welcome to your new home! This beautifully maintained home sits on an expansive lot surrounded by mature landscaping. Inside, discover a sunlit haven with a spacious layout, large bedrooms, and abundant storage. The master suite offers a touch of luxury with new carpeting and a triple-mirror vanity. Enjoy year-round comfort with a newer HVAC system replaced in 2021 and cozy up to the wood-burning fireplace. Step outside to a serene screened porch with a hot tub & ample space for entertaining. This property is more than a home; it's an invitation to create lasting memories. Envision the warmth and charm that await you in this delightful abode! Follow T...
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Normal Heights Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 33rd Street Manor RECENTLY SOLD 33Rd | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 540 sq. ft. | $399,000 Adela RECENTLY SOLD Madison Avenue | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 650 sq. ft. | $459,000 Casa Monterey RECENTLY SOLD Adams Avenue | 1 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 862 sq. ft. | $519,000 Monroe Manor RECENTLY SOLD Monroe Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 858 sq. ft. | $523,000
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By Manfred Lewis Leslie Horne & Associates, Realtor Spartanburg and Greenville SC
(Leslie Horne &Associates )
Embarking on the journey to your first home? 🏡✨ Let's navigate the process together! From setting your budget to finding your dream home and securing financing, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Reach out today, and let's turn your homeownership dreams into reality! #thehelpfulagent #home #houseexpert #house #listreports #homeowner #househunting #realestate #realtor #realestateagent #happyhome #happyhomeowners
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Vista Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 Shadowridge Glen NEWLY LISTED Lupine Hills Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1156 sq. ft. | $565,000 The Park BACK ON THE MARKET Diamond Way | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 708 sq. ft. | $434,900 Vista Cupertino RECENTLY SOLD Day Star Court | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1380 sq. ft. | $689,900
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By E. Steve Banis, Jr., https://www.SouthCarolinaHomesInc.com
(South Carolina Homes Inc.)
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
College Area Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 Lake Park Villas RECENTLY SOLD College Grove Way | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1024 sq. ft. | $510,000
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Mira Mesa Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 Quail Creek RECENTLY SOLD Black Mountain Road | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 686 sq. ft. | $405,000 Villas at Westmore RECENTLY SOLD Westmore Road | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 866 sq. ft. | $580,000
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Rancho Bernardo Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 Bernardo Villas RECENTLY SOLD Rancho Bernardo Road | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1091 sq. ft. | $595,000 Mira La Paz RECENTLY SOLD Avenida Venusto | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1557 sq. ft. | $899,000 Morada NEWLY LISTED Caminito Pasadero | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 716 sq. ft. | $459,000 RECENTLY SOLD Caminito Cantilena | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1275 sq. ft. | $610,000 Playmor NEWLY LISTED Fairlie Road | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1209 sq. ft. | $659,000 San Moritz RECENTLY SOLD Vasquez Way | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1389 sq. ft. | $940,000 The Summit RECENTLY SOLD Alva Road | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 899 sq. ft. | $530,000 Alva Road | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 745 sq. ft. | $429,000 Vista Del Lago NEWLY LISTED Caminito Pasadero | 1 bedrooms | ...
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Chula Vista Weekly Market Update March 4th - 10th, 2024 Cabo Bahia RECENTLY SOLD Cabo Bahia | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1024 sq. ft. | $575,000 Cottage Lane RECENTLY SOLD Lattice Lane | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1334 sq. ft. | $635,000 Masters Collection BACK ON THE MARKET La Costa Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1917 sq. ft. | $849,900 RECENTLY SOLD La Costa Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 2236 sq. ft. | $899,000 Rancho Rios NEWLY LISTED Rancho Court | 3 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 1274 sq. ft. | $579,900 Stonebridge II RECENTLY SOLD Hilltop Drive | 2 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 1036 sq. ft. | $424,900 Woodland Hills RECENTLY SOLD Telegraph Canyon Road | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1186 sq. ft. | $540,000 Winding Walk RECENTLY SOLD Lattice Lane | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1334 sq. ft. | $635,000
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