Mi Hija Fue Preaprobada para una Hipoteca. Me Alegra que No Haya Comprado.
Mi hija me llamó con una noticia emocionante: ella y su prometido estaban pensando en comprar casa. Los preaprobaron. Buscamos por dos meses. Luego volvió…
Category: Buying
Practical guides for buying a home in Providence, Cumberland, Pawtucket, Lincoln and across Rhode Island, Massachusetts and Connecticut. Alexander Parmenidez, Broker Associate with Coldwell Banker Realty, covers pre-approval, what a payment really costs once taxes and insurance are included, down-payment programs, inspections, and how to write an offer that holds up. Written for first-time buyers and move-up buyers who want the numbers before they fall in love with a house. Available in English and Spanish.
Hidden Costs of Buying a Home Most First-Time Buyers Forget
Many first-time buyers focus on saving for a down payment but overlook the additional expenses that come with purchasing a home.
Can You Buy a House with Student Loan Debt? Here’s What Homebuyers Need To Know
Having student loan debt does not automatically prevent you from buying a home. Mortgage lenders look at your overall financial picture, including your income, credit…
Buying Your First Home in Cumberland, RI in 2026: Prices, Programs, and How to Win
Cumberland, RI is a realistic first home purchase in 2026 if you come prepared: values near $527,000, well-priced homes pending in about 10 days, and…
How Are Closing Costs Calculated? A Complete Guide for Homebuyers
Closing costs are the fees and prepaid expenses buyers pay to finalize a home purchase. They typically range from 2% to 5% of the home's…
My Daughter Was Pre-Approved for a Mortgage. I’m Glad She Didn’t Buy.
My daughter called with exciting news: she and her fiancé were thinking about buying a house. They got pre-approved. We looked for two months. Then…
Costos Ocultos de Comprar una Casa que la Mayoría de los Compradores de Primera Vivienda Olvidan
Muchos compradores de primera vivienda se enfocan en ahorrar para el pago inicial, pero pasan por alto los gastos adicionales que implica comprar una casa.
¿Puedes Comprar una Casa con Deudas de Préstamos Estudiantiles? Esto es lo que los Compradores de Vivienda Deben Saber
Tener deudas de préstamos estudiantiles no significa automáticamente que no puedas comprar una casa.
Vivir en Smithfield, RI en 2026: Guía de Aldeas para Compradores
El precio medio de venta en Smithfield llegó a $544,704 en junio de 2026, un 11% más que el año anterior. Seis aldeas, el campus…