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The pros and cons of buying a house

The more you know about the pros and cons of buying a house, the easier it’ll be to make the right decision for you. Check out our guide to learn more.

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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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Does credit score affect mortgage rate?

Credit scores are a key factor in mortgage lending decisions. Learn how credit scores affect mortgage rates and what credit score you need to get a home.

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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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7 tax deductions for homeowners: Your breaks and benefits

If you own your own home, you might be able to save on your tax returns. Get the most value from your home with these seven tax deductions.

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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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Are closing costs tax-deductible?

Some of your closing costs may be tax-deductible. Get answers about which closing costs you can deduct on your taxes after buying a home.

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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 about buying a house with student loans.

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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 process.

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How long it takes to buy a house: A purchase timeline from preapproval to closing

Wondering how long it takes to buy a house? After finding your dream home, you can expect the process to take about 2 – 3 months. Check out this timeline that breaks it down from start to finish.

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Are moving expenses tax-deductible?

Moving expenses aren’t tax-deductible unless you’re active-duty military. Learn more about what moving expenses are eligible to be deducted on your taxes.

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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 in the future.

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Should you use your 401(k) to pay off your mortgage?

You can use your 401(k) to pay off a mortgage. Learn about the pros and cons of doing so, how to go about it as well as alternative options.

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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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