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Welcome to the ActiveRain Home Buying section. This is the place where you'll find comprehensive information on everything connected to purchasing a home – and we mean everything.


What exactly goes on in a home inspection and how is it different from a home appraisal? Curious about what it takes to purchase that foreclosure you've had your eye on? You'll find out how to do it right here. Look around: the professionals at ActiveRain have the information you need.


ActiveRain is the top real estate social network in the world. So, while you may find articles about purchasing a home on other websites, only at ActiveRain do you have the opportunity to read the words of wisdom from over 300,000 real estate industry professionals. From real estate agents to lenders to home inspectors and stagers -- that's a lot of brain power and we've harnessed it, right here at AR.


What are you waiting for? Everything you need to know about home buying awaits you on the following pages!

Recent blogs on Home Buying
By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Localist Realty)
Fullerton Weekly Market Update March 17th - 23rd, 2025 Coyote Hills Bluffs BACK ON THE MARKET Coventry Circle | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1176 sq. ft. | $798,000 Fairway Village BACK ON THE MARKET Thunderbird Court | 3 bedrooms | 3 baths | 2126 sq. ft. | $1,199,900 Malvern Creek NEWLY LISTED Whitewater Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1186 sq. ft. | $798,000 Shadow Lane NEWLY LISTED Shadow Lane | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1170 sq. ft. | $600,000 Soco Walk RECENTLY SOLD District Court | 4 bedrooms | 3.5 baths | 2019 sq. ft. | $799,999
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Localist Realty)
Ladera Ranch Weekly Market Update March 17th - 23rd, 2025 Berkshire NEWLY LISTED Dietes Court | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1294 sq. ft. | $774,900 St. Mays Road RECENTLY SOLD Delphinium Street | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1984 sq. ft. | $1,075,000 Valmont RECENTLY SOLD Triad Lane | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1230 sq. ft. | $779,900
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By Matthew Klinowski, PA, Naples Golf Guy | Find Your Dream Lifestyle
(Downing Frye Realty)
Luxury Waterfront Living in Plantation Somerset Congratulations to our buyers for closing on this Plantation Somerset home in Fort Myers, Florida. Are you dreaming of a Florida home that combines breathtaking waterfront views, resort-style amenities, and an unbeatable location? The Plantation Somerset golf community offers a blend of beautiful single family homes combined with an active and vibrant lifestyle. Plantation Somerset Home Details   Address: 12715 Gladstone Way, Fort Myers, FL 33913 Sales Price: $744,900 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Square Feet: 2,161 A Home Designed for Luxury & Comfort   This stunning three-bedroom, two-bathroom home with a den/flex room spans 2,161 square feet of beautifully designed living space. The open-concept layout is ideal for entertaining, with a spac...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Localist Realty)
Huntington Beach Weekly Market Update March 17th - 23rd, 2025 Brisas Del Mar RECENTLY SOLD Utica Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1174 sq. ft. | $735,000 Gables NEWLY LISTED Warmington Lane | 2 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 1229 sq. ft. | $450,000 Harbour Pacific BACK ON THE MARKET Pacific Coast | 1 bedrooms | None baths | 478 sq. ft. | $585,000 Huntington Landmark NEWLY LISTED Van Ness Court | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 817 sq. ft. | $469,000 RECENTLY SOLD Tulare Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1072 sq. ft. | $750,000 Huntington Marina BACK ON THE MARKET Mariner Drive | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1730 sq. ft. | $1,659,000 Seabridge Townhomes RECENTLY SOLD Seawater Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1104 sq. ft. | $870,000 Seacliff on the Greens RECENTLY SOLD Riverdale Lane | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 2140 ...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Localist Realty)
Laguna Niguel Weekly Market Update March 17th - 23rd, 2025 Beacon Hill Terrace NEWLY LISTED Terrace Circle | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 865 sq. ft. | $618,000 Casa La Paz RECENTLY SOLD El Pilar | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 720 sq. ft. | $499,999 Chandon BACK ON THE MARKET Chandon | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1256 sq. ft. | $875,000 Crystal Cay BACK ON THE MARKET Largo Street | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 776 sq. ft. | $515,000 Del Prado RECENTLY SOLD Via Azul | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1658 sq. ft. | $884,998 El Niguel Terrace BACK ON THE MARKET Via Reata | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1846 sq. ft. | $1,299,000 La Vista RECENTLY SOLD Clubhouse Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1024 sq. ft. | $699,000 Rancho Niguel BACK ON THE MARKET Hillhurst Drive | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1320 sq. ft. | $619,900 Village ...
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By E. Steve Banis, Jr., https://www.SouthCarolinaHomesInc.com
(South Carolina Homes Inc.)
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Localist Realty)
Cypress Weekly Market Update March 17th - 23rd, 2025 Cambridge Commons RECENTLY SOLD Brittany Way | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 908 sq. ft. | $629,900 Midwood Manor BACK ON THE MARKET Bryant Court | 3 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 1032 sq. ft. | $675,000 Shady Glen RECENTLY SOLD Belmont Street | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 881 sq. ft. | $525,000 Tanglewood North RECENTLY SOLD Via Largo | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1056 sq. ft. | $775,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Localist Realty)
Aliso Viejo Weekly Market Update March 17th - 23rd, 2025 Altisse NEWLY LISTED Via Athena | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1260 sq. ft. | $968,000 BACK ON THE MARKET Via Abruzzi | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1147 sq. ft. | $775,000 Camden Park RECENTLY SOLD Harvest Point Lane | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1531 sq. ft. | $898,000 Canyon Villas BACK ON THE MARKET Pacific Park Drive | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 543 sq. ft. | $505,000 Glenwood Park RECENTLY SOLD Rosewood | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1300 sq. ft. | $925,000 Glenwood Village RECENTLY SOLD Baywood | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1129 sq. ft. | $799,999 Hamptons RECENTLY SOLD Greenborrow Court | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1545 sq. ft. | $1,018,900 Sydney Court | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1244 sq. ft. | $895,000 Latitudes North RECENTLY SOLD Compass Court | ...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Localist Realty)
Tustin Weekly Market Update March 17th - 23rd, 2025 Arcada RECENTLY SOLD Savanna | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1114 sq. ft. | $799,000 Savanna | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1095 sq. ft. | $810,000 Cantada BACK ON THE MARKET Dunstan Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1233 sq. ft. | $876,000 Laurelwood BACK ON THE MARKET Dahlia Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1054 sq. ft. | $725,000 Shadow Canyon NEWLY LISTED Gallery Way | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 736 sq. ft. | $698,000 Treehaven RECENTLY SOLD Yorba Street | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1106 sq. ft. | $635,000 Tustin Field RECENTLY SOLD Tustin Field Drive | 3 bedrooms | 3.5 baths | 1595 sq. ft. | $1,000,000 Tustin Place BACK ON THE MARKET Mitchell Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 1248 sq. ft. | $675,000 Village Homes NEWLY LISTED Packers Circle | 2 bedrooms |...
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By Joe Jackson, Clintonville and Central Ohio Real Estate Expert
(Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty)
This blog beautifully highlights the emotional and practical benefits of living close to where you grew up. I love how it touches on community connections, family support, and the comfort of familiarity. It’s a heartfelt reminder that sometimes, home really is where the heart—and roots—are. A thoughtful and relatable read! There are quite a few other reasons why people might stay close to where they grew up: Cost of Living: Moving far away can be expensive, and staying local may help people avoid higher housing or relocation costs. Community Ties: People often develop strong connections with their local community, like friends, schools, churches, or social groups, which can make it hard to leave. Family Support: Being near family can be helpful for childcare, elder care, or just having ...
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By Gwen Fowler SC Lakes & Mountains 864-710-4518, Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc.
(Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc)
There are quite a few other reasons why people might stay close to where they grew up: Cost of Living: Moving far away can be expensive, and staying local may help people avoid higher housing or relocation costs. Community Ties: People often develop strong connections with their local community, like friends, schools, churches, or social groups, which can make it hard to leave. Family Support: Being near family can be helpful for childcare, elder care, or just having a close support system. Cultural Comfort: Staying in a familiar environment can mean sticking with traditions, local customs, or even food preferences that they grew up with. Job Market Familiarity: Some people may find it easier to find jobs in industries that are dominant in their hometowns, like farming in rural areas or...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Localist Realty)
Fountain Valley Weekly Market Update March 17th - 23rd, 2025 Liberty at Founders Village RECENTLY SOLD Revere Court | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1328 sq. ft. | $598,900 Solana Walk RECENTLY SOLD Solana Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1501 sq. ft. | $865,000
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By DALIA KIBBY, Selling Florida Homes with Passion!
(One Sothebys International Realty)
Spring is in full swing, and the housing market is picking up along with it. And if you’ve been wondering whether now is the right time to buy or sell, here’s the inside scoop on why this spring may be a great time to make your move. 1. There Are More Homes for Sale After a long stretch of tight inventory, the number of homes for sale is finally improving. According to recent national data from Realtor.com, active listings are up 27.5% compared to this time last year. Look at the graph below and follow the green line for 2025. You can see, even though inventory levels still haven’t returned to pre-pandemic norms (shown in gray), that number is higher than it has been going into the spring market over the past few years (see graph below): Buyers: This means you have more choices, and yo...
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Clairemont Mesa Weekly Market Update March 17th - 23rd, 2025 Balboa Ridge RECENTLY SOLD Balboa Arms Drive | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 582 sq. ft. | $399,000 Canyon Rim RECENTLY SOLD Ariane Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1050 sq. ft. | $765,000
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Ocean Beach Weekly Market Update March 17th - 23rd, 2025 Park Point Loma NEWLY LISTED Caminito Dehesa | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1504 sq. ft. | $899,995 Sand and Sea Villas RECENTLY SOLD Coronado Avenue | 0 bedrooms | 1 baths | 416 sq. ft. | $450,000 Sea Colony NEWLY LISTED Caminito Pescado | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1074 sq. ft. | $749,000
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Escondido Weekly Market Update March 17th - 23rd, 2025 Brotherton Square RECENTLY SOLD Brotherton | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1410 sq. ft. | $635,000
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By Manfred Lewis Leslie Horne & Associates, Realtor Spartanburg and Greenville SC
(Leslie Horne &Associates )
When you're on the path to homeownership, staying financially steady is key! 🚦 Big changes like switching jobs or making large purchases can slow down the process—and nobody wants that. 🏡 A smooth loan approval starts with careful planning. Have questions about navigating the do’s and don’ts? I’m here to guide you every step of the way! 💬 #thehelpfulagent #home #houseexpert #house #listreports #homeowners #househunting #a032425 #investment #realestate #realtor #realestateagent #dreamhome 
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By E. Steve Banis, Jr., https://www.SouthCarolinaHomesInc.com
(South Carolina Homes Inc.)
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Carlsbad Weekly Market Update March 17th - 23rd, 2025 Carlsbad Palisades RECENTLY SOLD Coralwood Circle | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1821 sq. ft. | $949,900 La Costa Alta NEWLY LISTED Ballena Way | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 968 sq. ft. | $750,000 La Costa Resort Villas RECENTLY SOLD Estrella De Mar Road | 0 bedrooms | 1 baths | 578 sq. ft. | $425,000 Meadowridge NEWLY LISTED Corte Montecito | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1135 sq. ft. | $675,777 Monarch Villas NEWLY LISTED Caminito Monarca | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1622 sq. ft. | $995,000 Mystic Point RECENTLY SOLD Jetty Point | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1390 sq. ft. | $915,000 Ocean Pointe RECENTLY SOLD Kalpati Circle | 3 bedrooms | 3 baths | 1718 sq. ft. | $929,000 Omni La Costa Resort and Spa RECENTLY SOLD Estrella De Mar Road | 0 bedrooms | ...
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Murrieta Weekly Market Update March 17th - 23rd, 2025 Bear Creek Villas RECENTLY SOLD Stone Meadow Drive | 5 bedrooms | 3.5 baths | 4355 sq. ft. | $949,900 Country Club Villas at Bear Creek RECENTLY SOLD Bears Paw Drive | 2 bedrooms | 3.5 baths | 1816 sq. ft. | $754,000 North Oaks NEWLY LISTED Darrington Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1428 sq. ft. | $505,000 Reserves at Madison park RECENTLY SOLD Juniper Street | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 854 sq. ft. | $355,000 Ridgegate BACK ON THE MARKET Calle Gaviota | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1342 sq. ft. | $419,000 Paseo De Oro | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1922 sq. ft. | $450,000 Verona BACK ON THE MARKET Arboretum Way | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 890 sq. ft. | $420,000 RECENTLY SOLD Arboretum Way | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 730 sq. ft. | $339,000
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