Shopping for a home is an exciting adventure and it's easy to get lost in a sea of dazzling for-sale homes and all of their fabulous amenities

6 Buyer's Questions

Unlike an automobile, you can't test drive a home before you purchase it.

Can you afford this house?

Before you start searching for your dream home, you first need to determine a price range you can afford.

Closing Expectations
The last step in the home buying process is what real estate professionals commonly refer to as "the closing."

First Time Home Buyers
First-time homebuyers dominated the U.S. real estate market in 2009, accounting for roughly half of all residential transaction, according to the National Association of REALTORS®.

Going Green
Eco-friendly. Carbon footprint. Global warming. Energy-efficient. These catch phrases have become part of our lexicon as we've become more aware of our impact on the environment and our role in protecting it.

Great Time to Buy!
If you're ready to buy a home and can afford it, now is a great time to buy. 

Opportunities
If you have recently decided to move from renter to homeowner, you are not alone. First-time homebuyers made up 41 percent of the market, according the National Association of REALTORS®' 2008 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers.

Owner Benefits
Opportunity is knocking for those considering homeownership for the first time.

Before You Buy Check for Restrictive Covenants
You've just toured the home of your dreams and are ready to make an offer. You can already envision upgrades you would like make: a pool in the back yard, window shutters and a black picket fence to match.