HGTV's FrontDoor.com Has a Complete ?House Match' Guide for Homebuyers at Every Stage of Life

Find a Perfect Match At Any Age with Articles and Advice From HGTV's FrontDoor.com

Published: 1/14/2010

Starting Out - Finding a first home is a daunting task, but the right tools can help determine the right choice.

• Rent vs. Buy - This helpful guide will you understand the pros and cons of buying versus renting in four easy steps.
• 10 Things Every New Buyer Should Know - Buying a first home is a big step, Frontdoor.com has ten tips that everyone should know before signing on the dotted line.

Trading Up - Whether it's a new baby or a new promotion, sometimes life demands a bigger, better space. Frontdoor.com suggests some things to consider before trading up:

• Questions to Ask Yourself
• The Cost to You
• The House for You
• The Neighborhoods and Areas for You

Once you've considered all of the above, Frontdoor.com has information on Bedroom Communities and New Urbanist Neighborhoods.

Downsizing to the Right Fit - Life events like an empty nest, retirement or divorce can leave a homeowner with more house than they can handle.

• What Buyers Should Look For When Downsizing - Use these pointers to make a smooth transition into a smaller space.
• Moving In With Family - It may not seem so at first, but multigenerational living has a variety of benefits.

Enjoying the Good Life - Buy a vacation home for pleasure or invest in property for profit.

• Buying Resort Real Estate - Evaluate your lifestyle and needs before buying in a resort community.
• How to Buy a Second Home or Vacation Home - Use these 5 steps to buying a rental property or weekend getaway.

For these tips, and more resources for every life stage, visit FrontDoor.com.

About FrontDoor.com
FrontDoor.com (http://www.frontdoor.com) is an online real estate information service powered by HGTV, the No.1 source for home-related media content. The site currently offers more than 4 million listings of homes for sale. In addition to providing users with the latest real estate listings, FrontDoor.com houses expert HGTV advice and videos along with original Web series and a comprehensive library of features, tools, guides and information. Users can also interact with FrontDoor through Facebook and Twitter.

FrontDoor.com is run by Scripps Networks Digital, a diversified multi-platform programmer that delights millions daily with award-winning content in the home, food and living categories. Scripps Networks Digital's Web sites -- HGTV.com, FoodNetwork.com, DIYNetwork.com, FineLiving.com, GACTV.com, Recipezaar.com, HGTVPro.com, FrontDoor.com; and the newest Food2.com -- are powered by engaging content, interactive tools and social spaces that take fans of Scripps Networks cable brands further into the story and offer online users information and inspiration to fuel their passions. SN Digital also distributes content to mobile and online partners, providing lifestyle solutions virtually anywhere, anytime.

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