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Get a leg up on the competition with Verified Approval

A Verified Approval allows you to confidently make an offer knowing that your financing is rock solid. Read on for details!

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HOA fees: What are they and what do they cover?

Homeowners associations (HOAs) require members to pay fees to help cover various costs in the community. Learn how HOA fees are used and how much they can be...

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Understanding gross rent multiplier as an investment tool

Whether you're investing in a duplex or a 400-unit apartment complex, you'll come across the Gross Rent Multiplier and wonder what it means. Let us explain.

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Freddie Mac: What is the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (FHLMC)?

Freddie Mac is a government-sponsored agency charged with keeping mortgage markets liquid. Learn more about FHLMC – and how it impacts home buyers and ...

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Fourplex basics: What you should know before you invest

A fourplex is a multifamily home with four separate living spaces. Learn about the pros and cons of investing in a fourplex to make the most of your purchase...

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Flipping vs. renting: Which is a better investment strategy?

Two common methods of real estate investing are flipping and renting. Read about the pros and cons of flipping vs. renting to determine which is better for you.

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Buy and sell your home with trusted partners

Whether you’re looking to buy your first or your fifth home, it’s a tough market out there right now. Learn how we can support you.

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Gift letters for your mortgage: A guide

A gift letter for a mortgage shows your lender that you don’t need to repay gift money toward your down payment. Use our mortgage gift letter template and...

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HIRO mortgage program: High LTV refinance option

The HIRO mortgage program was a high loan-to-value refinance option that offered mortgage relief to owners with low equity in their homes. Here's how it work...