First-year homeowner quiz

Eight questions on what new homeowners should do in their first year, from day one to tax time.

8 questions · about 2 minutes · no signup needed

Question 1 of 8One of the first things to do after moving in?

Change or rekey the locksRepaint everythingRefinanceCancel your insurance

Question 2 of 8Why find your main water shutoff valve?

To stop water fast in a leakTo lower your billIt’s a city requirementFor the appraisal

Question 3 of 8How often should furnace or AC filters typically be changed?

Every 1 to 3 monthsEvery 5 yearsNeverOnly when it breaks

Question 4 of 8Your lender reviews your escrow account about how often?

Once a yearEvery monthNeverEvery 10 years

Question 5 of 8Can you deduct mortgage interest even if you take the standard deduction?

TrueFalse

Question 6 of 8Should you keep your closing documents?

TrueFalse

Question 7 of 8In many states, what should you apply for on your primary home?

A homestead exemptionA business licenseA rental permitA variance

Question 8 of 8Your mortgage statement shows your payment split into…

Principal, interest and escrowOnly interestRent and feesPoints and APR

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