If you are first-time homebuyer, you might be surprised at the pitfalls that can beset you. Here are 5 mortgage mistakes to avoid as a first-time homebuyer.

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Whether you are buying a home for the first time or whether you're an old pro at the refinancing game, you need to determine whether it makes more sense for you to get a 15-year mortgage or a 30-year mortgage.

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Most homebuyers have to borrow in order to get enough money to buy a home. As a result, lenders rely heavily on credit scores to determine who gets in the door for a loan.

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One of the most complex transactions most consumers will ever complete is buying a home. Before you even begin looking for a home, here are 21 home buying terms you should understand.

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Before you decide to buy a house, though, it's important to study up a little bit. A home purchase is a large and complex transaction, and you need to know what that entails before you take the plunge.

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