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Use this worksheet as a guide to help you visualize your journey towards owning a home. Everyone’s process is different. Yours could take a short time or a long time, depending on your goals, constraints, personal style, and the market in your area. Having a plan will help you achieve your goals, even if you don’t end up following it exactly. 

Track your spending for a month. 

Not all home loans are the same. Knowing what kind of loan is most appropriate for your situation prepares you for talking to lenders and getting the best deal. 

 Closing is the final and likely most important stage of your homebuying journey. This checklist will help you prepare and learn what to expect so you can close with confidence.  

 Use this tool to double-check that all the details about your loan are correct on your Closing Disclosure. Lenders are required to provide your Closing Disclosure three business days before your scheduled closing. Use these days wisely—now is the time to resolve problems. If something looks different from what you expected, ask why. 

Closing forms can be confusing. This simple guide explains the forms that you will see during your closing.