Everything You Need to Know About Buying A Home
From mortgages to closing costs, here's how to prepare.

You've been thinking about it for a while and have decided that you want to take the plunge—into buying a home, that is.
Whether you're buying your first home or you're ready to find your dream home, you're about to take on a lot of financial responsibility, and falling in love with a property that's a stretch—or totally out of reach—for your budget is no way to start. Here are some key things to understand about the homebuying process before you commit to your new home.

Buying a home is
more than a mortgage
Your mortgage payment covers principal and interest on your home loan, but it's actually
just one facet of the big picture. There are a number of other costs to consider: