If you are anticipating buying a new home - or perhaps have already made a conditional offer - and you have already been through the process before, we'll bypass the first-time buyer basics and go straight to the refresher course. After all, it may have been some time since you went through the process, and a few things could have changed. Following is a menu of options to choose from.

Review of the Buying Process 
Reviewing the roles of the key players and the costs of purchasing. 
Financing Methods 
A more in-depth review for the experienced buyer. 
How the Mortgage Market Works 
How mortgage rates are set; How market conditions can affect your decision; How Mortgage lenders "manage" the market.