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Jumbo loan vs. conventional loan: What's the difference?
Jumbo loans are designed for high-value homes and differ from conventional loans in size, rates and requirements. Find out which loan type fits your needs.
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These are the best ROI home improvements and renovations
Renovations and home improvement projects can add significant value to your house. Learn more about the best return-on-investment (ROI) improvements for a home.
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How many times can you use a VA loan?
There’s no limit to the number of VA loans qualified borrowers can take out, but you usually can’t hold multiple VA loans at once. Let’s break...
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Cash-on-cash returns: A guide for real estate investors
Cash-on-cash return is a metric used by commercial real estate investors to see how profitable an investment is. Learn how it works and how to calculate it.
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Real estate investing: How many mortgages can you have?
Interested in multiple mortgages? Discover how many mortgages Fannie Mae allows, the borrowing requirements and alternative lending options to consider.
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Site-built homes: What you need to know
Site-built homes are constructed entirely at their final location. Discover how these homes are built, their cost, your financing options and the timeline.
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Holding a mortgage: Defined and explained
With a holding mortgage, a home seller acts as the lender to a buyer. Find out what a holding mortgage is in more detail, and discover its pros and cons.
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How to calculate per diem interest
Borrowers can calculate per diem interest using a simple formula. Learn more about what per diem interest is and how it can be calculated on a mortgage loan....
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Understanding Seller’s Disclosures
A Seller’s Disclosure is a document that requires sellers to reveal details about the property’s condition and its defects. Learn what’s in...
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