Data from the National Association of Realtors reveal that 16 percent of home buyers are single women, while 9 percent are single men.
The tips are to know what a buyer can afford by taking into account not just the mortgage but also the taxes, the maintenance, the insurance, and money set aside for emergencies.
The other tips are protecting assets with adequate insurance, and not rushing into decisions, even providing time to consult with experts..
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