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PUD (Planned Unit Development): What Iit is and how it differs from other types of housing
A PUD, or planned unit development, is a small community of single-family homes. Read on to learn about living in a PUD and how it differs from other housing...
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Distressed property: Everything you need to know
A distressed property is a house that’s on the verge of foreclosure or has been reclaimed by a lender. Learn more about investing in distressed homes h...
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Duplex vs. townhouse: What are the main differences?
A duplex shares one wall while a townhome usually shares two. Find all the differences between duplexes and townhouses and see which style seems best for you.
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Equal opportunity housing: What you need to know
Equal opportunity housing protects buyers from discrimination in housing. Learn more about what equal opportunities mean for you and how they’re enforc...
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Ways to customize your mobile home
Do you want to customize your mobile home? Learn about the different interior and exterior features you can customize, how much it might cost and more.
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What is the Design Approval Primary Inspection Agency (DAPIA)?
The Design Approval Primary Inspection Agency, or DAPIA, inspects and approves manufactured home designs. Learn this process before buying a manufactured hom...
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Buying a condo vs. a house: A guide on how to decide
Are you trying to decide between buying a condo versus a house? Let’s explore what each type of real estate property offers you and your future lifesty...
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What is a contemporary home? A guide to design
Contemporary houses incorporate design elements that are popular at the time when they’re built. Use our guide to learn more about this architectural styl...
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What are capital gains taxes and how do they work with rental property?
Owners pay capital gains on rental properties when they sell. Learn how these taxes work and how to reduce what you owe when you sell an investment property....
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What is a co-op and how does it work?
Cooperative housing, or a co-op, is a unique style of homeownership. Explore the different types of co-ops, how they function and whether one’s right f...
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What is a bungalow house?
A bungalow is typically a single-storied house with a low-pitched roof. Learn what separates other types of houses from bungalows and the history behind them...
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How to buy abandoned properties: A guide
Buying abandoned property will often come with some advantages and disadvantages. Keep reading to learn more about how to find and buy abandoned property.
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A guide to mobile home foundations: Types and requirements
There are several options for manufactured and mobile home foundations. Read our guide to learn about the different foundation types and their requirements.
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Best mobile home insurance companies for 2023
Need mobile home insurance? Check out a list of the best mobile home insurance companies for 2024 to see which mobile home insurer could be right for you.
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Proprietary leases defined: What they are and how they impact co-ops
A proprietary lease provides co-op shareholders with the right to live in a specified apartment unit. Learn more about proprietary leases and how they work.<...
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Living in a 55+ community: Pros, cons and what they cost
Living in a 55+ community can be a great option for people wanting to retire or downsize. Learn about the pros, cons, costs and amenities they can offer.
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What are HUD homes and how do you buy one?
Are you considering buying a foreclosed home? Use this guide to learn about HUD homes and discover why they can be better than conventional foreclosures.
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What is a resale house? Defined and explained
A resale house is a home that’s been lived in before and is not a new build. Learn more about what a resale house is along with the pros and cons that ...
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