Preparing to Find and Buy a Home
Knowledge Is Power ... Accurate Information Is Essential

Before you start looking for a home, become an educated consumer. Knowledge is power and misinformation gets in your way. First, learn about the process and requirements for buying a home. Common misconceptions include ? renting is always cheaper than buying ? you have to be a Permanent Resident of the United States to buy a home ? and you have to have a huge down payment to qualify for a mortgage.

Here are the facts. You only need a work permit to buy a house. And in some cases, the starter costs of renting may be about the same as a house down payment. As you start your search to find a home, keep informed. Talk with people who've gone through the home-buying process ... attend home-buying seminars ... and visit with knowledgeable real estate experts like Marc Webb of CENTURY 21®.