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How much do I need to make to afford a $600K home?

How much house you can afford is determined by a number of factors. Learn how much income you need for a $600K home.

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Should I buy a car or house first? How to decide

Are you questioning whether you should buy a car or a house first? Read our guide to learn what to consider when deciding which purchase is right for you.

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How much house can I afford with a $90K salary?

Starting your home buying journey with a salary of $90,000 a year? Find out your mortgage options and how much house you can afford with $90,000.

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What salary do I need to afford a $1 million home?

How much house you can afford is determined by a number of factors. Learn how much income you need to afford a $1 million home.

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How much house can I afford on $50K?

Ever wondered how much house you can afford on a $50K salary? Find out how much you can spend with an annual income of $50,000.

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How much do I need to earn each year to afford a $550,000 home?

How much house you can afford is determined by a number of factors. Learn how much income you need for a $550K home.

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How much house can I afford on $120K?

Ever wondered how much house you can afford on a $120K salary? Find out what you can spend with an annual income of $120,000.

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How much house can I afford on a $70K salary?

Starting your home buying journey with a salary of $70,000 a year? Find out your mortgage options and how much house you can afford on $70,000.

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Is there a first-time home buyer tax credit?

Presently, there is no federal first-time home buyer tax credit available. Learn when that may change and explore other tax breaks you can benefit from.

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How much house can I afford on $60K?

Ever wondered how much house you can afford on a $60,000 salary? Find out how much house you can buy on $60,000 a year.

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Buying a house after bankruptcy: What you need to know

If you’re wondering if you can buy a house after bankruptcy, the answer is yes. Follow our guide on how long it takes and how to get started on this pr...

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Getting a mortgage while you have student loans

If you have student loans, you might be wondering if it’s still possible to get a mortgage for a new home. Here’s everything you need to know abo...

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Encroachment: Definition and what it means in real estate

An encroachment occurs when part of one person’s property overlaps with another’s. See how an encroachment on your property can lead to problems ...

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How a recession can affect mortgage rates

Do mortgage rates go down in a recession? They can, but even if they don’t, it could still be a good time to buy a house. Learn why here.

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How to find houses to flip: A complete guide

Learn how to find houses to flip and what to consider when selecting the right house.

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A guide to new construction phase inspections

New construction phase inspections can help ensure your new home is built to last. Explore the three phases, their costs and why they’re important.

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How much income do I need to buy a house?

Debating if you have the funds to purchase a home? Learn how much income you’ll need to buy a house and what lenders consider when reviewing applications.

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