From pristine tree-lined streets to excellent schools and enticing commercial districts, Howard County is a place where many people want to live. Having a dream home there can be easier than prospective homeowners might imagine, thanks to Howard County’s many rental and homeownership programs.

As part of a new series, “Exhibitor Spotlight,” we will be highlighting some of the over 40 vendors that you will get a chance to meet at our upcoming Come Home to Howard County Housing Fair.The fair is your chance to talk one on one with the exhibitors about everything relating to living in Howard [...]

Short sales are abundant in this down market, but what are they? Basically, the seller’s lender is accepting a discounted payoff to release an existing mortgage. The seller can accept your offer, but the lender can reject it. Because of this step, short sales can take months to purchase. Patience is critical. Should you find [...]

What does your dream home look like? Is it a historic property with crown molding and original wood floors or is it modern and bright with newly installed carpet and big windows for optimal light? Every dream home is different, and buying new vs. old is a personal decision. Here are a few factors to [...]

Fortunately for first-time home buyers, there are many resources to get your started on your journey. You now know about the Maryland Mortgage Program and the steps of the home buying process. You’re armed with a great real estate agent and plan to visit the Howard County Housing Fair. But what else do you need [...]

Home buying is a complicated process.  No matter how prepared you are, things happen, especially when dealing with real estate. What happens if there is ground rent on your property? What if the Home Owner’s Association documents contain a few surprises and you receive them at settlement? What if the title company misses a lien [...]

The Maryland Mortgage Program offers the Community Development Administration (CDA) loan, a 30-year mortgage product that is below-market, fixed-interest rates and are available with down payment and closing cost assistance. CDAs can be used on primary residence homes, including townhomes, detached houses, condos, and some modular homes.

Do you want to buy a house, but you’re not sure where to start? Then start here with a FREE housing clinic!

If you’ve been through the mortgage application process, and you’ve found that dream home, you’re now ready to move onto the inspection, appraisal, and closing of your potential new Howard County home.

If you’ve been through the mortgage application process, and you’ve found that dream home, you’re now ready to move onto the inspection, appraisal, and closing of your potential new Howard County home.