Buying a home

Colson Agency
Serving the Real Estate needs of Southwest Nebraska

701 E. 12th St.
PO Box 910
Imperial NE 69033

1-800-242-4909
1-308-882-4909
1-308-882-4439
(fax)

Owning property, whether it is your home or an investment, is a major expense in anyone's life. The more information you have, the wiser your choices will be.
We have selected some of these sites to help you.

Homes and Communities - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)	The Federal Government has developed this site with a lot of information for buyers, sellers and home owners.
Nebraska Investment Finance Authority (NIFA)	Provides financial resources including help for first time home owners.
Southwest Nebraska Community Development Corporation	Information for our area about down payment assistance and purchase of rehabilitated houses.
Rural Development/Rural Housing Services	Information about rural housing loan programs.
Veterans Benefits and Services Home Loan Program	Information about Home Loan Program offered by the Department of Veterans Affairs
www.interest.com	An independent information service with calculators and information about loans.
Mortimer Gage: 6 Steps in the Home Buying Process	Information for the home buyer.

Calculators and Tools available on the internet to help you determine how much you can afford to borrow and pay:

How much house can you afford?

Monthly payment and amortization schedule

Loan comparison/ Refinancing

Be sure to consult your local lenders when considering getting a home loan. They know you, the area and local laws and customs.

All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.