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What is ‘subject to’ in real estate?
A subject-to real estate transaction lets the buyer own the property while the seller keeps the mortgage in their name. Learn about how this arrangement works.
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Non-owner-occupied mortgage rates: What investors need to know
Explore non-owner-occupied mortgage rates, key requirements, and financing options for your investment property goals to determine what’s best for you.
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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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Low housing inventory: How it affects the real estate market
Low housing inventory results from an increase in demand for houses without the supply to meet it. Understand how this affects the real estate market.
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Mortgage insurance premium (MIP) vs. private mortgage insurance (PMI): How do they differ?
As you learn more about mortgage insurance, you’re likely to encounter two acronyms: MIP and PMI. We'll break down how they each work and their key dif...
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A guide to real estate and housing market indicators
Housing market indicators shed light on home affordability, home inventory, and more. Leverage market data and make the most of your next real estate purchase.
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What is a bridge loan and how does it work?
A bridge loan can allow you to finance a new home before selling your current one. Learn about how bridge loans work and whether you should consider one.
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Americans are spending less on holiday decor, gifts as economic uncertainty ramps up
According to a new Rocket Mortgage and Redfin survey, 28% of Americans are trimming their decorating budgets this year and 26% are spending less on gifts.
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How does a government shutdown impact mortgages?
The federal government has reopened. But how does a government shutdown impact mortgages if this happens again? Here's what you need to know.
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