First-timer Primer
Following are all UrbanTurf articles filed under First-timer Primer, from most recent to least.

First-Timer Primer: What is a 203K Loan?
UrbanTurf Staff | October 2nd
In this edition of First-Timer Primer, we look at the ins and outs of the 203k loan.... read»

Understanding Interest Rates and Mortgage Points
UrbanTurf Staff | September 12th
With interest rates reaching their highest levels in 22 years, it is critically important that borrowers understand how points work.... read»

Five Red Flags to Look For During Condo Document Review
Pavan Khoobchandani | September 6th
In this edition of First-Timer Primer, we review five potential red flags you may encounter when reviewing documents for a condominium you are conside... read»
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First-Timer Primer: Taxes and Profit from Selling a Home
UrbanTurf Staff | June 28th
Here's what you need to know about reporting profit made from the sale of your home.... read»

First-Timer Primer: The Mortgage Pre-Approval Process
UrbanTurf Staff | June 28th
As home buyers get the itch to look for a home and start to venture out to open houses, it will behoove them to go through the pre-approval process.... read»

First-Timer Primer: What is a Rent Back?
UrbanTurf Staff | June 27th
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 af... read»

First-Timer Primer: Is This Condo Building Financially Healthy?
UrbanTurf Staff | June 27th
In this edition of First-Timer Primer, we look into the question of how to determine if a condo building where you are considering buying is in good f... read»

First-Timer Primer: A Condo Fee Tutorial
UrbanTurf Staff | June 27th
Why condo fees are high in some buildings and low in others can be a difficult question to answer. UrbanTurf provides a quick tutorial for buyers on t... read»
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