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Is now a good time to buy a house? What to know in 2024

Is now a good time to buy a house? Explore current market conditions and other factors to consider as you decide if now is a smart time to buy a house.

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What to know about buying a condo with a VA loan

You can buy a condo with a VA loan as long as you’re eligible and the condo complex is VA approved. Learn more about using a VA loan to buy a condo.

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What does assessed value mean and how is it determined?

The assessed value of a home helps determine its worth for property tax purposes. Discover how a home’s value gets assessed and why this matters.

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Building a house: A breakdown of how much it costs

Thinking of building your own home? The average cost to build a house in the U.S. is $317,786. Learn more about house-building prices and see your options.

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How much is a tiny house?

The tiny house movement is growing in popularity, but how much does a tiny house cost? Learn about tiny house prices and more with our complete guide.

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Why waiting on the Fed for a better mortgage rate may not make sense

You may hear about the Federal Reserve lowering interest rates and try to wait to get a better deal on your mortgage. Here’s why that doesn’t always...

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VA housing grants for disabled veterans

VA housing grants provide financial help that doesn’t need to be repaid to make homes more accessible for disabled veterans. Learn about VA housing gra...

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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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The U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) interest rate decision

Wondering how the latest federal interest rate decision will affect your ability to buy or sell a home? Read on to make informed real estate decisions.

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Home title theft: What you should know and how to prevent it

Home title theft is when someone steals a homeowner’s identity and transfers the home title to their name. Figure out how to prevent title theft.

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A guide to broker price opinion (BPO)

A broker price opinion (BPO) estimates a property's value based on comparable sales. Learn when a BPO is often used and how it differs from an appraisal.

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Moving costs: How much will it cost you to move?

Trying to figure out how much it’ll cost you to move? Explore average moving costs and discover tips on how to reduce these expenses.

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Home remodel costs and estimation template

The amount it costs to remodel a house can vary depending on the scale of the project. Learn the average costs associated with various kinds of remodels.

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How to rent out your house: A guide

Learn the steps to follow before you list your house on the rental market and explore the pros and cons of renting out your house to tenants.

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What is a tangible net benefit?

Tangible net benefits, or net tangible benefits, are advantageous gains you get by refinancing. Learn more about how you can benefit from refinancing here.

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Real estate attorney: What they do and if you need one

A real estate attorney can help navigate the process of real estate transactions. Read our article to learn what real estate attorneys do and if you need one...

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Modular home prices: What to expect when buying

Get familiar with average modular home prices, prices per square foot, factors that affect modular home cost, and how to budget for your home buying needs.

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What is a conventional loan?

Conventional loans are a traditional mortgage option. Learn what a conventional home loan is, how it works and common lender requirements in our guide.

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