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Investing 101: How to buy multifamily property

Are you interested in multifamily investing? Learn about investing in multifamily real estate, loan options, and how to buy a multifamily property.

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How you can change homeowners insurance with escrow

Want to change your homeowners insurance? Read through our step-by-step guide on how to change your homeowners insurance with an escrow account.

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What does collateral mean and how does it work?

Collateral is an asset used to secure a loan. If a borrower defaults, the lender can take the collateral to recover losses.

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Home title theft: What you should know and how to prevent it?

Home title theft is when someone steals a homeowner’s identity to illegally transfer their title. Learn how to prevent home title theft and protect your h...

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What is assessed value and how is it determined?

Learn what assessed value means, how it's calculated, and how it affects property taxes. Know the differences between assessed, appraised, and market values.

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8 tax deductions for homeowners: Your breaks and benefits

If you own your home, you can save money when on income tax by deducting specific expenses. Get the most value from your home with these 8 tax deductions.

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Using a home equity loan to tackle credit card debt: A guide

Tackling credit card debt? Learn about using a home equity loan to pay it down, along with the benefits, drawbacks, and alternative methods.

Homes on Lake Tapps waterfront surrounded by large Pine trees in Washington state.

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How to buy a home in Washington

Are you looking for a house in the Evergreen State? Buying a home in Washington can be complicated, but the Rocket Mortgage guide is here to walk you through it...

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Average closing costs in Illinois

Closing costs in Illinois are about 19% higher in comparison to those in other states. Find out what costs to expect to pay when closing on a house in Illinois.