Real Estate: Some things to keep in mind when buying first home

Our 24-year-old daughter, Carolyn, e-mailed us with the idea of buying a place to live. Apparently, the closet-size room she currently rents is getting a little tight with her new dog, Harvey. So, as we considered how to guide our daughter down the path of buying her first home, we thought many of our readers would be interested in some of the same information.

Whether you're a young first time buyer, like our daughter, or a parent looking to help, there are many ways to ensure the whole process is a positive experience.

We know expectations are high when someone looks to make the move to home ownership.

Some of our...