Buying a Home? What You Need to Know. Buying a home is an exciting experience. And, it will most likely be the most expensive thing you will ever buy. Whether you are purchasing your first home or a weekend getaway, there are a few things you must be aware of in order to buy a quality home at an equitable price.

Home Buying Information

• Choosing a place to live (Texas AgriLife Extension Service)
• Indoor Air Quality (Texas AgriLife Extension Service)
• Home Buyers E-Guide – Several articles of interest can be found under the news, publications and resources icons (Texas Real Estate Center)
• Home buying guide (Housing and Urban Development-HUD)
  • Commonly asked questions
  • Knowing your rights
  • How much mortgage can you afford?
  • Mortgages and home buying programs
  • Shopping for a home
  • Home inspections
• Moving into your new home (Texas Real Estate Center)

The following Texas counties assisted in the development of this website. Click on a county for a list of available utilities and community services. (PDF)

• Home
• Building a Home
• Renting a Home or Apartment
• Buying a Home
• Family & Consumer Sciences

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Last updated: 9 January, 2008

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