Buying a home is the largest purchase most of us ever make. The more you know about the home buying process, the more confident you'll feel about making these important decisions that will shape your future.

In this section, we walk you through the process of purchasing and refinancing a home. We give you a chance to play with the numbers and understand how your overall credit picture can make owning a home a financial reality.

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