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How to get a mortgage preapproval

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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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How are mortgage rates and inflation related?

When inflation increases, interest rates on new mortgages and ARMs increase too. Learn more about the relationship between inflation and mortgage rates.

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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.