Our weekly #CreditChat started in 2012 to help our community learn about credit and important personal finance topics (e.g. saving money, paying down debt, improving credit scores). Each chat is hosted by @Experian on Twitter and all are welcome to participate. DM us any questions.
This week we’ll discuss crucial money advice for new home buyers.
Topic: What to Know When Shopping for a Home in a Seller’s Market
When: Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at 3 p.m. ET.
Where: Twitter chatroom or join the live hashtag discussion.
The panel will include Andre Albritton: Investing expert, podcast host, speaker and founder of The Millennials Next Door; Devon Thorsby: Real Estate Editor for U.S. News; Beverly Harzog: Credit Card Expert and Consumer Finance Analyst for U.S. News; Leslie H. Tayne, Esq: Founder and Managing Director of Tayne Law Group, P.C. (f/k/a The Law Offices of Leslie H. Tayne, P.C.); Lawrence D. Sprung: CFP® President of Mitlin Financial, Inc.; Rod Griffin: Senior Director, Consumer Education and Advocacy, Experian; Christina Roman: Consumer Education and Advocacy Manager at Experian.
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Questions We’ll Discuss:
- What should you know about the current state of the housing market?
- How can you decide if it’s the right time to buy?
- How can you determine how much house you can comfortably afford in this market?
- What should you look for when you choosing a realtor?
- How can you prepare your credit prior to applying for a mortgage?
- What are some financial mistakes to avoid when preparing to apply for a home loan?
- What is the difference between being preapproved and prequalified?
- In addition to the mortgage and down payment, what are some unforeseen costs associated with purchasing a home?
- How can you set your offer apart from others without compromising your financial situation?
- How can you be your own advocate as a homebuyer in a seller’s market?
Check out our complete list of upcoming personal finance Twitter chats here.