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Josephine Nesbit

Josephine Nesbit is a freelance writer covering real estate and personal finance topics, including home loans, homeownership, real estate investing, building credit, and paying down debt. She attended The Ohio State University and has been published in Fox Business, GOBankingRates, U.S. News & World Report, and Bankrate.

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6-minute read

USDA vs. conventional loans: what's the difference?

To help determine the best mortgage solution for you, we've created a comprehensive guide that compares the pros and cons of USDA vs. conventional loans.

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15-minute read

10 best rental property management software for 2024

What’s the best property management software? Explore our guide to discover the top rental property management software for real estate investors, property managers and landlords.

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6-minute read

How much house can I afford with a $90K salary?

Starting your home buying journey with a salary of $90,000 a year? Find out your mortgage options and how much house you can afford with $90,000.

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4-minute read

Letter to home seller from buyer: What to include

Writing a letter to a home seller can help when making an offer on a home. Learn what to say in this letter and whether it’s a good idea to write one at all.

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8-minute read

What is the 70% rule in house flipping and does it show how much to pay for a distressed property?

Real estate investors use metrics like the 70% rule to help determine how much to pay for a property. Learn more about the 70% rule in house flipping.

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4-minute read

What does caveat emptor mean?

Caveat emptor is Latin for “let the buyer beware.” In real estate, it’s similar to buying a home as-is. Learn about buying a home sold as caveat emptor.