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## [5 major misconceptions about buying a home \[Real Estate Insider\]](https://university.hometraq.io/look-at-these-5-common-misconceptions-to-consider-before-buying-a-home-for-review)

 Aug 17, 2020 2:14:55 PM / by [Brett O'Daniell](https://university.hometraq.io/author/brett-odaniell) posted in [Lending](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/lending), [Home Loan](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-loan), [home shopping](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-shopping), [real estate](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/real-estate), [touring homes](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/touring-homes), [homebuyers](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/homebuyers), [housing market](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/housing-market), [financing](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/financing), [myths](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/myths)

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### **Buying a home doesn't have to be confusing!**

Buying a home for the first time is intimidating. It's unfamiliar territory. The financial implications for one of the largest purchase of your life is massive. It sounds daunting, we know. But it doesn't have to be. In fact, securing a home loan is faster and easier than ever before! With the variety of mortgage options on the market, you could find a loan customized to fit your specific needs. 

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## [Should I Buy a Home? \[5 Reasons Why You Should Buy a Home\]](https://university.hometraq.io/should-i-buy-a-home-5-reasons-why-you-should-buy-a-home)

 Jun 10, 2020 8:27:29 AM / by [Brett O'Daniell](https://university.hometraq.io/author/brett-odaniell) posted in [home shopping](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-shopping), [house hunting](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/house-hunting), [touring homes](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/touring-homes), [housing market](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/housing-market), [homes for sale](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/homes-for-sale), [buying a home](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/buying-a-home), [online home buying](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/online-home-buying)

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Owning a home is more than having a permanent address. By *investing* in a home, you build financial stability, gain the freedom to create a home that fits your lifestyle, and play a role in strengthening your community!

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## [What is title insurance? Do I need to have it? \[Real Estate Insider\]](https://university.hometraq.io/what-is-title-insurance-do-i-need-to-have-it-real-estate-insider)

 May 23, 2020 7:17:06 PM / by [Brett O'Daniell](https://university.hometraq.io/author/brett-odaniell) posted in [home shopping](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-shopping), [house hunting](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/house-hunting), [title company](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/title-company), [housing market](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/housing-market), [title](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/title), [title insurance](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/title-insurance)

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## [Things to Remember While Home-Shopping \[Real Estate 2020\]](https://university.hometraq.io/thing-to-remember-while-home-shopping-real-estate-2020)

 May 18, 2020 9:14:49 AM / by [Brett O'Daniell](https://university.hometraq.io/author/brett-odaniell) posted in [home shopping](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-shopping), [real estate](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/real-estate), [house hunting](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/house-hunting), [touring homes](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/touring-homes), [homebuyers](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/homebuyers), [housing market](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/housing-market), [Zillow](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/zillow), [housing demand](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/housing-demand), [hometraq](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/hometraq)

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## [How do I tour homes while social distancing? \[Real Estate 2020\]](https://university.hometraq.io/how-do-i-tour-homes-while-social-distancing-real-estate-2020)

 May 15, 2020 9:32:01 PM / by [Brett O'Daniell](https://university.hometraq.io/author/brett-odaniell) posted in [Home tour](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-tour), [home shopping](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-shopping), [real estate](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/real-estate), [house hunting](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/house-hunting), [touring homes](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/touring-homes), [home tours](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-tours), [open house](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/open-house), [homebuying](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/homebuying), [online home buying](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/online-home-buying)

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## [The Basic Outline of Buying Your First Home \[Real Estate Insider\]](https://university.hometraq.io/whats-the-first-step-in-buying-a-home)

 May 13, 2020 7:27:53 PM / by [Brett O'Daniell](https://university.hometraq.io/author/brett-odaniell) posted in [home shopping](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-shopping), [real estate](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/real-estate), [house hunting](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/house-hunting), [touring homes](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/touring-homes), [home search](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-search), [online home buying](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/online-home-buying), [loan](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/loan)

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Buying a home can be a complicated process and it can really be difficult to decide where you start.  Have no fear! [**HomeTraq**](http://hometraq.com) is here to help whenever possible!

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## [How to lower the costs of buying a home \[4 Insider Tips\]](https://university.hometraq.io/how-to-lower-the-costs-of-buying-a-home-4-insider-tips)

 May 3, 2020 4:23:16 PM / by [Brett O'Daniell](https://university.hometraq.io/author/brett-odaniell) posted in [Home tour](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-tour), [home shopping](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-shopping), [real estate](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/real-estate), [home search](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-search), [home purchase](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-purchase), [before you buy](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/before-you-buy), [buying a home](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/buying-a-home), [online home buying](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/online-home-buying)

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Buying a new home can be a ***really*** exciting time, but it can also be a bit stressful and overwhelming. Closing costs are often a point of concern for first-time homebuyers. How much will they be? Will you have enough money to cover the costs? What do closing costs even cover?

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## [Questions to ask yourself before buying a home \[First time home-buyers\]](https://university.hometraq.io/questions-to-ask-yourself-before-buying-a-home-first-time-home-buyers)

 Apr 29, 2020 8:56:04 PM / by [Brett O'Daniell](https://university.hometraq.io/author/brett-odaniell) posted in [home shopping](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-shopping), [home ownership](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-ownership), [before you buy](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/before-you-buy), [buying a home](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/buying-a-home), [homebuying](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/homebuying), [online home buying](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/online-home-buying)

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## [Live Video Tours \[House-Hunting 2020\]](https://university.hometraq.io/live-video-tours-vs-in-person-tours)

 Mar 31, 2020 3:23:12 PM / by [Brett O'Daniell](https://university.hometraq.io/author/brett-odaniell) posted in [home shopping](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-shopping), [real estate](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/real-estate), [touring homes](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/touring-homes), [home showings](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-showings), [home tours](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-tours), [innovation](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/innovation)

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With recent events HomeTraq very quickly put into place [Live Video Tours](https://explore.hometraq.com/live-video-tours) so that people can now have the option do have a video call with an agent to tour the home. But which one suits you? 

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## [Real Estate Master Terms \[Home-Buying Guide\]](https://university.hometraq.io/real-estate-master-terms-home-buying-guide)

 Mar 10, 2020 4:20:50 PM / by [Brett O'Daniell](https://university.hometraq.io/author/brett-odaniell) posted in [home shopping](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-shopping), [real estate](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/real-estate), [house hunting](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/house-hunting), [home purchase](https://university.hometraq.io/topic/home-purchase)

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