Sunday Links

  1. When in doubt, turn to Get Rich Slowly. J.D. has a list of 11 Tips for First-Time Homebuyers. I like #4: Don’t Trust Your Real Estate Agent. These agents are feeling pressure from the housing market, so be prepared to walk away for better comission offers from other agents.
  2. Are you really doing the right thing buying a home? N.Y. Times answers that question with their rent vs. buy calculator. You may be surprised how many circustances suggest renting as the best option.

Have a great week!