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A buyer's home inspection checklist
Inspections verify the safety and integrity of a buyer’s future home. Here’s a buyer’s home inspection checklist with all the key information you’ll need.
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Surprising factors that can affect a home appraisal
If you’re selling or refinancing your home, it will likely need an appraisal. Learn what factors affect a home appraisal and how to prevent a low appraisal value.
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What happens if you made an offer on a house but received no response?
Wondering why a seller hasn’t responded to your offer? Although they typically do so, sellers are not legally obligated to respond. Learn what to do next.
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Making an offer on a new-construction home
Want to negotiate the price of a new-construction home? Learn how to make an offer on a new home and get tips for negotiating the most favorable deal.
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How long does it take to close on a house?
Closing on a house typically takes 30 – 60 days, but delays can lengthen the timeline. Get the statistics and learn how you can speed up your closing.
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Property lines: Everything you need to know
Property lines mark the end of one owner’s property and the beginning of their neighbor's land. Learn more about them and how to find yours.
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What to do after your home offer is accepted
Your offer was accepted, but now what? Let these 11 steps guide you through everything from depositing earnest money to getting the keys to your new home.
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Your best home-buying checklist
The process of buying a home can be full of unknowns, especially for first-time buyers. Find peace of mind with this easy-to-follow home-buying checklist.
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What does microflipping mean in real estate?
House flipping requires lots of labor and skill, but you can get into microflipping if you’re tech-savvy. Explore how it works and how to get started.
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6 questions unmarried couples should ask before buying a house
For unmarried couples buying a house, there are a few important things to consider before signing on the dotted line. Learn what questions to ask here.
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Pest inspection: Is it a requirement to get a mortgage?
A pest inspection may be required or advisable when buying a home. Learn when a pest inspection is needed and what a pest inspector will look for.
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What is a CLUE report in real estate?
A CLUE report is a detailed overview of a property’s insurance claims history. Learn the importance of CLUE reports in real estate transactions here.
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What is a home appraisal and how much does it cost?
A home appraisal determines the value of a home. Learn how this process works for those who are buying, selling or refinancing a home.
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Breaking a lease to buy a house: Can (and should) you do it?
Breaking a lease to buy a house can be a tricky process. Learn more about how to get out of a lease, the pros, the cons and alternatives to consider.
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What is a probate sale in real estate?
A probate sale takes place when an owner dies without a legal will. Learn how to buy a probate property and see if probate real estate makes sense for you.
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The final walk-through: Checklist of what to look for
Our final walk-through checklist can help secure your peace of mind before closing. Verify repairs and ensure your new home is move-in ready.
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Are closing costs negotiable?
When buying or refinancing a house, it’s important to know that closing costs are negotiable. Learn what fees are negotiable and how to bring them down.
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Price per square foot: Why it matters and how it's calculated
A home’s price per square foot is calculated by dividing the listing price by the home’s square footage. Learn more about this metric and why it matters.
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