Before the explosion of the internet and media marketing, the only ways to find a new home was to hire a realtor, find a home through friends or family or ride through neighborhoods you liked searching for a “For Sale” sign in a yard.  However, the internet has now made it possible to find a home with a simple click of the button.  New websites and applications have put house hunting at your fingertips.  Buyers can also research areas in advance to decide if they want to buy a home in specific area or region.

For a review of some of the best online tools for finding a house read, “The Best Online Tools for Your Housing Search.”