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.
Recent Articles
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8 great tips for refinancing your mortgage
Not sure what to look for or expect when refinancing your mortgage loan? Discover 8 refinancing tips to guide you and help you decide what’s right for you...
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How to buy a house in South Carolina
Are you thinking about buying a house in South Carolina? Learn about the local real estate market, popular cities, and how to buy a home in this state.
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How to buy a house in Oregon
Are you thinking of making Oregon your home? Learn about...
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8 HELOC alternatives to know
A HELOC can help you get the money you need, but it may not be the best option for everyone. Explore these HELOC alternatives and decide what’s right for ...
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Home warranty vs. home insurance: What’s the difference?
Home warranty and home insurance coverage are not the same. Learn more about coverage, costs, and claims for each type of policy with our guide.
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How to buy a house in Minnesota
Considering moving to the Gopher State? Here’s what buyers should know about the market and how to prepare to buy a house in Minnesota.
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FHA reserve requirements for 2025
Learn FHA reserve requirements for 2025—what qualifies as reserves, how many months you need, and exceptions. Get clear answers and see if you qualify tod...
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Understanding fully amortized loans
A fully amortized loan isn’t as confusing as it may sound. Read about how fully amortized loans work, what they’re for and what the payments consist...
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Buying a short-sale home with an FHA loan
Buying a short-sale home with an FHA loan is possible if you meet the loan program’s requirements. Learn more about the rules, pros, and cons of this opti...
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