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Buying a Home - HUD HUD News Newsroom Priorities About HUD Homes Buying Owning Selling Renting Homeless Home improvements HUD homes Fair housing FHA refunds Foreclosure Consumer info Communities About communities Volunteering Organizing Economic development Working with HUD Grants Programs Contracts Work online HUD jobs Complaints Resources Library Handbooks/ forms Common questions Tools Webcasts Mailing lists Contact us Help Buying a Home Information by State Esta página en español Print version Email this to a friend Counseling and Education Housing counseling agencies can give you advice about buying a home. Find a housing counselor near you. Common questions Homeownership videos More from HUD Mortgage glossary FHA mortgage limits HUD approved lenders HUD approved condos Healthy homes Environmental maps Energy info About appraisals Links Rural housing loan programs Loan programs for veterans Freddie Mac Fannie Mae US Postal Service Mover's Guide The homebuying process can seem complicated, but if you take things step-by-step, you will soon be holding the keys to your own home! Nine steps to buying a home Figure out how much you can afford Know your rights Shop for a loan Learn about homebuying programs Shop for a home Make an offer Get a home inspection Shop for homeowners insurance Sign papers Step 1: Figure out how much you can afford What you can afford depends on your income, credit rating, current monthly expenses, downpayment and the interest rate. The calculators below can help, but it is best to visit a lender to find out for sure. How much home can you afford? Buying vs. Renting Need help with your downpayment and/or closing costs? Homebuying programs in your state A housing counselor can help you figure out how to manage and pay off your debt, and start saving for that downpayment! Find a housing counselor near you Step 2: Know your rights Fair Housing: Equal Opportunity for All - brochure Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) Borrower's rights Predatory lending Back to Top Step 3: Shop for a loan Save money by doing your homework. Talk to several lenders, compare costs and interest rates, negotiate to get a better deal. Consider getting pre-approved for a loan. Looking for the best mortgage: shop, compare, negotiate - brochure Let FHA help you Step 4: Learn about homebuying programs Homebuying programs in your state FHA loan programs offer lower downpayments and are a good option for first-time homebuyers. Let FHA help you HUD's special homebuying programs Good Neighbor Next Door Program - for police officers, teachers, firefighters and emergency medical technicians Homeownership for public housing residents Indian Home Loan Guarantee Program (Section 184) Step 5: Shop for a home Choose a real estate agent Wish list - what features do you want? Home-shopping checklist take this list with you when comparing homes Homes for sale (including HUD homes) " Fixer-uppers " - home purchase and repair programs Manufactured (mobile) homes Build a home If you choose a home in a neighborhood with a Home Owners Association (HOA), be sure to request a copy of the HOA packet, so you can review before closing. Back to Top Step 6: Make an offer Discuss the process with your real estate agent. If the seller counters your offer, you may need to negotiate until you both agree to the terms of the sale. Making an offer Step 7: Get a home inspection Make your offer contingent on a home inspection. An inspection will tell you about the condition of the home, and can help you avoid buying a home that needs major repairs. For Your Protection Get a Home Inspection Step 8: Shop for homeowners insurance Lenders require that you have homeowners insurance. Be sure to shop around. Homeowners insurance 12 ways to lower your homeowners insurance costs Step 9: Sign papers You're finally ready to go to "settlement" or "closing." Be sure to read everything before you sign! Settlement Costs and Helpful Information Content updated December 1, 2005 Back to Top FOIA Privacy Web Policies and Important Links Home U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development 451 7th Street S.W., Washington, DC 20410 Telephone: (202) 708-1112 TTY: (202) 708-1455 Find the address of a HUD office near you

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Real Property for Auction JANUARY 2006 AUCTIONS CORNER LOT - ONLINE AUCTION 124 Sterling Street, Brooklyn, New York 11225 On-line Auction Starts: Monday, January 9, 2006 at 8:00 a.m. EST On-line Auction Ends: Wednesday, January 11, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. EST Total Site Area: 2,575 ± sq. ft. Description: 25 feet x 103 feet corner lot at the intersection of Sterling St. and Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn, NY. For complete details on this property click on the photo or CLICK HERE SINGLE FAMILY HOME 708 Kuhlman Road, Houston, Texas 77024 Auction: Tuesday, January 17, 2006 Auction Starts: 12:00 noon Total Living Space: 6,291 ± sq. ft. Description: Two level home with 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, 3 fireplaces, and a 3-car garage. Separate unfinished guest house with kitchen, family room, 3 bedrooms, and 2 baths. For complete details on this property click on the photo or CLICK HERE VACANT LAND - ONLINE AUCTION Ambrosia Street, Padre Island, No 3, Lot 4, Blk 71, Corpus Christi, Teaxas 78418 On-line Auction Starts: Tuesday, January 17, 2006 at 8:00 a.m. EST On-line Auction Ends: Thursday, January 19, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. EST Total Site Area: 12,379 ± sq. ft. Description: Located on Padre Island near the Gulf of Mexico. For complete details on this property click on the photo or CLICK HERE CONDOMINIUM 14514 Cabana East, Unit 306, Padre Island, Corpus Christi, Texas 78418 Auction: Friday, January 20, 2006 Auction Starts: 12:00 noon Total Living Space: 1,303 ± sq. ft. Description: Two level condominium with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and rooftop deck. For complete details on this property click on the photo or CLICK HERE SINGLE FAMILY HOME ON 11.6 ACRES AND 7.158 ACRES OF LAND 105 L Anderson Road, Auburn, Kentucky 42206 Auction: Tuesday, January 24, 2006 Auction Starts: 12:00 noon Total Living Space: (Revised 12/20/05) 2,141 ± sq. ft. Description: Log home with 3 bedrooms, 1.25 baths, 2 fireplaces, and a one-car garage on 11.6 arces. Adjoining tract of 7.158 acres of land. Properties will be sold separately, then combined for Buyers Option. For complete details on this property click on the photo or CLICK HERE SINGLE FAMILY HOME 1311 S. Monte Cristo Way, Las Vegas, Nevada 89117 Auction: Friday, January 27, 2006 Auction Starts: 12:00 noon Total Living Space: 3,583 ± sq. ft. Description: Two level home with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and 3-car garage For complete details on this property click on the photo or CLICK HERE SINGLE FAMILY HOME 736 South 153rd Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68154 Auction: Tuesday, January 31, 2006 Auction Starts: 12:00 noon Total Living Space: 2,359 ± sq. ft. Description: Two level home with 5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, fireplace, and a 2-car garage. For complete details on this property click on the photo or CLICK HERE FEBRUARY 2006 AUCTIONS SINGLE FAMILY HOME 6408 Jersey Lane, Arlington, Texas 76018 Auction: Wednesday, February 1, 2006 Auction Starts: 12:00 noon Total Living Space: 4,047 ± sq. ft. Description: Two level home with 6 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a 2-car garage. For complete details on this property click on the photo or CLICK HERE SINGLE FAMILY HOME 6611 Wagner Way, San Antonio, Texas 78256 Auction: Thursday, February 2, 2006 Auction Starts: 12:00 noon Total Living Space: 4,851 ± sq. ft. Description: Three level home with 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 2 fireplaces, inground pool, and a 2-car garage. For complete details on this property click on the photo or CLICK HERE COMING SOON SINGLE FAMILY HOME 477 Lee Street, Strasburg, Virginia Auction: Coming soon Total Living Space: 2,016 ± sq. ft. Description: 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths Further details on this property coming soon... 0.31 ACRE OF LAND 65 Circle Road, Staten Island, New York 10304 Auction: Coming soon Total Site Area: 0.31 ± Acre (13,361 ± sq. ft.) Description: Located in Todt Hill area of Staten Island. Adjacent to property being auctioned on Benedict Road. Further details on this property coming soon... 1.15 ACRES OF LAND 51 Benedict Road, Staten Island, New York 10304 Auction: Coming soon Total Site Area: 1.15 ± Acres (45,348 ± sq. ft.) Description: Located in Todt Hill area of Staten Island. Adjacent to property being auctioned on Circle Road. Further details on this property coming soon... SINGLE FAMILY HOME 2670 Moores Mill Road, Spencer, Virginia Auction: Coming soon Total Living Space: 1,571 ± sq. ft. Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths. Located on 9 ± acres on the North Mayo River with scenic views. Further details on this property coming soon... SINGLE FAMILY HOME Located in La Habra Heights, California Auction: Coming soon Total Living Space: 2,253 ± sq. ft. Description: One level home with 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2-car garage and swimming pool Further details on this property coming soon... SINGLE FAMILY HOME Located in Rio Rico, Arizona Auction: Coming soon Total Living Space: 1,425 ± sq. ft. Description: One level home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and 2-car garage Further details on this property coming soon... SINGLE FAMILY HOME Located in Longwood, Florida Auction: Coming soon Total Living Space: 2,721 ± sq. ft. Description: Two level home with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, fireplace, 2-car garage, and inground pool in screened enclosure. Further details on this property coming soon... SINGLE FAMILY HOME Located in Hollywood, Florida Auction: Coming soon Total Living Space: 4,912 ± sq. ft. Description: Two level home with 6 bedrooms, 5 baths, 2-car garage, inground pool and spa, seawall and wood dock on ocean access canal. Further details on this property coming soon... SINGLE FAMILY HOME Located in Heathrow, Florida Auction: Coming soon Total Living Space: 3,157 ± sq. ft. Description: 1.5 level home with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, bonus room, 3-car garage, and inground pool in screened enclosure. Further details on this property coming soon... SINGLE FAMILY HOME Located in Miami, Florida Auction: Coming soon Total Living Space: 4,185 ± sq. ft. Description: One level home with 6 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 2-car garage, guest house, and inground pool. Further details on this property coming soon... SINGLE FAMILY HOME Located in Homestead, Florida Auction: Coming soon Total Living Space: 2,312 ± sq. ft. Description: One level home with 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, and guest house on 2 ± acres. Further details on this property coming soon... SINGLE FAMILY HOME Located in Homestead, Florida Auction: Coming soon Total Living Space: 1,930 ± sq. ft. Description: Two level home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, kitchen and living area on both levels, one-car garage and carport, and 2 horse barns on 2.5 ± acres. Further details on this property coming soon... SINGLE FAMILY HOME Located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina Auction: Coming soon Total Living Space: 1,338 ± sq. ft. Description: One level home with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, carport, unfinished basement, and small barn on 2.9 ± acres. Further details on this property coming soon... COMMERCIAL VACANT LAND 3514 Boudinot Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45211 Auction: Coming soon Total Site Area: 7,012 ± sq. ft. Description: 55 ft. x 127.50 ft. commercial lot zoned B-4 General Business. 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