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Christian Allred

Contributing writer

Christian Allred has been a professional writer since 2020. After honing his skills as a ghostwriter for an SEO agency, he started focusing on covering residential and commercial real estate. Since then, he’s written for some of the industry’s top brands and publications, including Rocket Mortgage, PropStream, Agora, Buildium, Propmodo, and CRE Daily. He’s also written about personal finance for publications like Rocket Money and Investopedia. In 2025, he launched a boutique content marketing agency called CRE Writer.

Expertise

RealEstate
Mortgage
PersonalFinance

Education

BA in English from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, with a double major in German and a minor in editing

MA in American Studies from Ruprecht Karl University of Heidelberg in Heidelberg, Germany

A.CRE Accelerator graduate

Recent Articles

Sunset view of the Duquesne Incline and the three rivers in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

6-minute read

Buying by state: This is the average mortgage payment in Pennsylvania

The average mortgage payment varies by state. What is the average mortgage payment in Pennsylvania? Estimate what you might pay for a home in Pennsylvania.

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An image showing a building inspector checking windows of a building, related to an article or content discussing inspection or regulatory compliance.

7-minute read

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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A family packing a car to move, indicating a relocation or moving process.

7-minute read

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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Image potentially related to renting a home, featuring a couple in a housing context.

4-minute read

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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Happy family standing in kitchen, parents may help kids buy home.

8-minute read

Buying a house in the military: The ultimate guide

You can buy a home while serving in the military with planning and the right loan. Learn how VA loans and real estate tips can help service members buy a hom...

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A charming red house with a welcoming front porch and a well-maintained front yard.

5-minute read

What are HUD homes, and how do you buy one?

Are you considering buying a foreclosed home? Use this guide to learn about HUD homes and discover why they can be better than conventional foreclosures.

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A man with a credit card, potentially symbolizing financial transactions or purchases related to homeownership.

4-minute read

Does mortgage preapproval affect your credit score?

Worried that getting preapproved for a mortgage will hurt your credit score? Learn how preapproval impacts your credit, including how much and for how long.

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Close-up image of a pest inspection officer holding a clipboard.

4-minute read

Pest inspection: Is it a requirement to get a mortgage?

A pest inspection may be required or advisable when buying a home. Learn when a pest inspection is needed and what a pest inspector will look for.

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A young couple standing in front of their new home, symbolizing homeownership and a new chapter in life.

7-minute read

Why is buying a house so emotional?

It’s normal to feel various emotions when buying a house. Learn more about emotions during the home buying process, and get tips to manage potential stres...

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