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Top real estate questions people ask (and straight answers)
When you start thinking about a move, real estate questions show up fast. Some are about money. Some about timing. Some about mistakes you want
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How to Make Your First Home More Affordable
What does “first-time homebuyer” mean? You usually qualify if you have not owned a home in the past 4 years and the property will be
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Understanding Offer Conditions During a Home Purchase
When you make an offer to buy a home, you’ll face standard conditions that most contracts include. These conditions protect you and give you time
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How Much House You Can Afford Before You Start Shopping
Buying a home is likely the biggest financial commitment you’ll ever make. Before you start looking at listings or walking through open houses, figure out
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Budgeting for Your First Year of Homeownership
The first year of homeownership costs more than most buyers expect. Not because something goes wrong, but because many expenses don’t show up until after
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What to Know Before Buying a Condo
Buying a condo is more than just picking a layout. You are entering into a legal and financial partnership with every other owner in the
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Getting a Mortgage with Bad Credit: What Buyers Should Know
If your credit score isn’t where you want it to be, buying a home can feel out of reach. Many buyers assume bad credit means
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The Real Costs and Risks of Buying an Abandoned Property
When we talk about buying an abandoned property, we’re usually referring to a home or piece of real estate that’s been left vacant, neglected, or
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Your Smart Approach to a Multiple-Offer Scenario
If you find yourself caught in a multiple-offer situation, here’s what you need to do. Get your finances in order Before you place an offer,
