Diary of a First-Time Buyer

… after three days of searching and looking at fewer than 10 apartments was not tempered by writing a big check 10 … new bank statements the IRS income verification forms letters explaining credit inquiries and copies of paychecks … one I wanted a full commitment letter from my lender before 2012 taxes were due requiring me to report a higher incomea …

… I had liked the location which reminded me of a Parisian enclave with its leafy trees and trellised stone steps I … the apartment some dimension It was dark by this time so I asked the brokers if I could return the next day during day … from 150 apartments before I finally bought one Ask an Expert How often do coop maintenance fees go up Do they ever …