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First-timer Primer
Following are all UrbanTurf articles filed under First-timer Primer, from most recent to least.
First-Timer Primer: DC’s Home Buyer Assistance Programs
Lark Turner | May 18th 2022
DC's homebuyer assistance programs can be a bit complex. This edition of First-Timer Primer aims to provide some clarity. ... read »
First-Timer Primer: The Do’s (But Mostly Don’ts) of Reverse Mortgages
Lark Turner | May 4th 2022
Though the cash offered by a reverse mortgage may seem attractive, many borrowers likely have a better option. ... read »
First-Timer Primer: Tax Relief for DC Homeowners
UrbanTurf Staff | April 20th 2022
When you buy a home in the District, you will have to pay property taxes along with your mortgage and homeowner's insurance. Luckily, DC has a few... read »
First-Timer Primer: What is a Rent Back?
UrbanTurf Staff | April 12th 2022
When sellers haven't quite lined up their next house before their settlement date comes and goes, there is one way that they can stay in their home... read »
First-Timer Primer: Zoning and Your Planned Rowhouse Addition
Lark Turner | March 30th 2022
Before deciding to build an addition to your rowhouse, find out whether you'll need to get a zoning exception or variance. ... read »
Understanding Interest Rates and Mortgage Points
UrbanTurf Staff | March 22nd 2022
The interest rates announced by Freddie Mac each week are not quite as good as advertised, as they usually carry points with them. Here is a quick... read »
First-Timer Primer: What is a 203K Loan?
UrbanTurf Staff | February 1st 2022
In this edition of First-Timer Primer, we look at the ins and outs of the 203k loan. ... read »
First-Timer Primer: Taxes and Profit from Selling a Home
UrbanTurf Staff | November 30th 2021
Here's what you need to know about reporting profit made from the sale of your home. ... read »
First-Timer Primer: What is an Adjustable Rate Mortgage?
Shilpi Paul | October 6th 2021
The preferred mortgage product among most home buyers is the fixed-rate mortgage. However, the adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) is another option for... read »
First-Timer Primer: Understanding the 1031 Exchange
Nena Perry-Brown | September 28th 2021
Today, UrbanTurf will explain how a 1031 exchange works and how property owners can use it. ... read »
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