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With how-to's on mortgage terms, inspections, the final walkthrough & closing, home insurance, real estate agents, and everything else you need to know to buy the house of your dreams - with more tips on house repairs, lawn maintenance and keeping your home energy efficient year round...

Real Estate - Legal Encyclopedia - Nolo - Free legal advice with information on buying and selling, qualifying for a home loan, deeds, required disclosures, real estate agents, tax shelters, contracts FAQ, and lots more.

Is Homeownership Right for You? - Freddie Mac's extensive guide to house hunting, credit, mortgages, negotiations, insurance, plus a home buyer's glossary.

League of American Homeowners - California-based organization with articles on insurance, liens, contractors and other home owning and home buying concerns.

American Homeowners Association - Page of resources and articles for home buyers and owners featuring The Home University with expert tips and suggestions on buying a home, maintaining energy efficiency, deck design, lawn maintenance, backyard playset safety and lots more.

Buying a Home - A good collection of articles on the pros and cons of one and two family homes, condominiums, renting vs buying, mortgage tips & tricks, a house inspection checklist, a guide to the final walkthrough & the closing, related advice.

Energy Star - Energy efficient homes can save money in more ways than one. Check out facts, tips, advice and information on heating, air conditioning, insulation, ductwork and more, with guides to energy management, suggested products and recommended manufactureres.

FCIC - Housing - Federal Citizen Information Center, Pueblo CO offers brochures to read online or order on many home buying and ownership questions. Be sure to follow the links after the table.

Homeowners Against Deficient Dwellings - Good advice on this site to keep you from being "HADD" and to get help if you need to resolve an existing problem.

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