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Carla Ayers

Section Editor

Carla Ayers Carla is a former Section Editor for Rocket Homes and is a Realtor® with a background in commercial and residential property management, leasing and arts management. She has a Bachelors in Arts Marketing and Masters in Integrated Marketing & Communications from Eastern Michigan University.

Expertise

RealEstate
Mortgage

Education

Eastern Michigan University

Recent Articles

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6-minute read

Buying a house after bankruptcy: What you need to know

If you’re wondering if you can buy a house after bankruptcy, the answer is yes. Follow our guide on how long it takes and how to get started on this process.

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Rural House in Mountains

5-minute read

What are prescriptive easements and are they a deal breaker?

Prescriptive easements are held by people who gain a right to use someone else’s property. Find out if you should buy property encumbered with easements.

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Illustration of a home renovation project with tools, paint, and a blueprint.

5-minute read

Home remodel costs and estimation template

The amount it costs to remodel a house can vary depending on the scale of the project. Learn the average costs associated with various kinds of remodels.

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Mom and daughter fixing up home, showcasing a mother and daughter engaged in home improvement.

4-minute read

How to get a loan for flipping houses

For those looking to fix up and flip a real estate property, getting financing is usually necessary. Find out how to obtain a loan for flipping houses.

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A happy family of three gathered around a laptop, enjoying quality time together while browsing online.

4-minute read

What is an open house and how does it work?

An open house is an event a seller or their real estate agent hosts to allow potential buyers to view their home in person. Learn how it works.

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Contemporary home with wood panelled exterior and glass floor to ceiling windows.

5-minute read

Buying a flipped house: What you need to know

Watching experts flip a house is exciting, but would you want to actually move in? Learn what to look for before buying a flipped property.

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9-minute read

Buying a fixer-upper house: Pros and cons

You can buy fixer-upper houses at lower prices and renovate them to enjoy or sell. Learn how this works - and uncover the pros and cons of buying a fixer-upper.

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A foreclosed house for sale, depicting a distressed property.

4-minute read

What is a zombie foreclosure

Zombie foreclosures demonstrate the risks of leaving before foreclosure ends. Understand these homes and their potential to resurface and create problems later.

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A landlocked property viewed from above, possibly indicating challenges related to access or development.

5-minute read

Buying landlocked property: What you should know

Landlocked property has no direct access to public roads without crossing neighboring land. Read our article on how to get an easement for your property.

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