“We need to get $300,000 because that's what we need for the next house.”

It's a completely understandable thought.

Unfortunately, the buyer looking at your current home doesn't know what you need for your next one—and that number isn't what determines what they're willing to pay.

When …

Seeing “as-is” in a real estate listing can make buyers hesitate.

Some immediately assume it means something is seriously wrong with the property. Others assume that buying as-is means they can't have an inspection or ask questions about the condition of the home.

Neither is something you should …

You did the responsible thing. You talked with a lender, submitted your financial information, received a mortgage pre-approval, and started looking at homes.

Then three months go by and you're still looking.

Is that original pre-approval still good?

Maybe—but this is something buyers should check before …

“Rent is 100% interest.”

It's a catchy way to start a conversation about homeownership, but the real financial picture is more complicated.

Renting and buying are two different ways of paying for housing, and there are situations where either one can make sense.

The better question …

Buying a home can feel like a huge commitment, especially when you start thinking that the next house has to be the house you live in forever.

But it doesn't.

For many buyers, especially first-time home buyers, searching for the perfect “forever home” can actually make buying more …

Some homes are built for a quick chapter. Others make you start thinking about staying awhile.

When you're searching for a home in Purcell, Oklahoma, it's easy to begin with the obvious things: How many bedrooms does it have? How many bathrooms? What's the square footage? Is the kitchen …