Buying a home is part of the American dream. It is a significant, long-term
investment representing the foundation of our lives, providing financial
and emotional security. It is also the largest single transaction most people
ever make. That's why it's so important to choose a home and a
mortgage that are well suited to your needs.
But you don't have to do it alone. Your Prudential Locations agent will
be there to guide you.
Because now that you've decided to buy your first home, we want your
story to have a happy ending.
Take a step closer to home ownership with our First Time Homebuyer's Guide.
Download the entire guide, or choose a specific section below.
Learn why you should buy a home instead of renting, and find out where to
begin.
We'll help you understand what a mortgage is and how much you may qualify
for. We'll also discuss your credit status and review the financial process.
Since there are many financing options, we'll explain some of the kinds
of mortgages that are available, and discuss locking or floating.
We'll discuss the pre-approval process, the loan approval and what happens
next.
Here you'll find several handy checklists and worksheets to help you
find your dream home.
Don't know your ARM from an APR? Refer to this comprehensive glossary.