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First-Time Home Buyers

Tools and advice for buying your first home.

Thinking of buying your first home? Make sure you’re prepared before you start the home buying process. In this section, you’ll find articles, mortgage calculators and home buying guides specifically designed to help first-time home buyers like you.

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Your First Mortgage

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Prime Mortgage Rates

Mortgages
Current
30-Year Fixed Mortgage
5.42%
15-Year Fixed Mortgage
4.87%
5/1 ARM
4.99%
Updated: 6/25/2009

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