People used to open the Sunday paper, look over the real estate listings, linger over the properties with descriptive phrases like “guest house” and “horse barn,” sip their coffee, and dream. Now, those with real estate envy can whet their appetites with 24-hour real estate showings on television and virtual walk-throughs online.

If you’re looking to actually purchase a home, however, the ubiquity of real estate can make the prospect of a search overwhelming. The process is not friendly, regardless of who you are or how much money you have to spend.

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