What are the costs involved in working with a Realtor in buying a home?
A buyer’s agent is paid at closing from the seller’s funds. As the buyer, other than your loan fees and closing costs you do not pay the agent directly.
How much earnest money should I put down?
Earnest money is designed as a good faith gesture to the seller to say that you are serious about this transaction. Put down enough to indicate that it would hurt you to lose it.
Do I really need a home inspection?
Home inspections help an emotional transaction become more of a financial reality. A home inspector can find things you might normally miss. A small $300 investment can save you thousands in problems later.