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How to calculate return on rental property
Learn how to calculate return on investment for rental properties, including formulas, examples, and tips to evaluate and improve your investment strategy.
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How to refinance your second home
Are you considering refinancing your second home to secure a lower mortgage rate? Learn about the process and requirements of a second home refinance.
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Buying a house with unpermitted work: What you need to know
Buying a house with unpermitted work requires extra steps. Learn about the risks, how it affects financing and insurance, and ways to protect your investment.
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What does turnkey mean?
A turnkey property is a type of real estate that’s move-in ready and needs few or no renovations. You may pay more for these homes, but is it worth it?
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Life estate: What is it and how does it work?
A life estate is a legal way to pass the ownership rights of your home to another person. Learn about how a life estate works and how and why to create one.
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How economic occupancy can help you maximize rental income
Economic occupancy helps real estate investors see whether their properties’ earnings match the full income potential. Find out about this key metric here...
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A guide to moving cross-country
When moving across the country, there are steps you can take to help the process go smoothly. Explore our guide for tips on how to move across the country.
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How much money can you borrow with a HELOC?
Considering a home equity line of credit (HELOC)? Learn how to calculate how much money you can expect to borrow, alternative financing options, and more.
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Property taxes by state: Ranked from highest to lowest in 2025
Compare property tax rates in all 50 U.S. states. Find out where taxes are highest and lowest in 2025, and see how much you might pay based on home value and lo...
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