First Home Basics
8 first home improvements worth doing in year one
Find out which first home improvement projects to tackle in year one to protect your house, cut energy bills and make daily life easier.
First Home Basics
What a new owner needs to know in the first year, from the closing walkthrough to the shutoffs, the tool kit and the first projects worth doing.
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First Home BasicsIs a first time homeowner class worth taking
A first-time home owners class is worth taking to understand the buying process and your finances. Learn what a HUD approved course covers and costs.
First Home BasicsWhat a home inspection covers for a first time buyer
A first time home buyer home inspection uncovers major issues with a house before closing. Learn what it covers, extra tests to run and how to use the report.
First Home BasicsFinal walkthrough before closing and what to test in each room
Grab your new house walkthrough checklist and test every room before closing. Learn what to bring, what to check, and how to handle missed repairs.
First Home BasicsA move in checklist for your first week in a new house
A practical move into new house checklist for your first week. Learn how to secure the doors, find shutoff valves and transfer the utility accounts.