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How do you find out who owns a property?

Wondering how to find out who owns a property? You have options. Here are nine ways to learn the answer.

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Refinance appraisal vs. purchase appraisal

Preparing for a refinance appraisal or purchase appraisal? Learn the differences between refinance vs. purchase appraisals, how they work and your options.

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How much is homeowners insurance?

How much homeowners insurance costs depends on the coverage you’re looking for and many other factors. Learn more about the cost of homeowners insuranc...

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Learn how to calculate home equity

Want to learn how to calculate home equity? See how much equity you have in your home and find the best way to convert your home equity into cash.

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How much house can you afford with a VA loan?

Are you wondering how much house you can afford with a VA loan? Use our VA loan affordability calculator and take a look at a few of the determining factors.

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How to buy a property that's not for sale: A guide

Are you wondering how to buy a property that’s not for sale, or if it’s even possible? Learn about how to discover and make offers on off-market ...

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How to calculate your monthly mortgage payment: A guide

Are you wondering how much your estimated monthly payment would be on a mortgage? Check out our guide and learn how to calculate your mortgage payment.

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How rising fed interest rates can affect home buyers and sellers

The Fed rate hikes have raised mortgage interest rates in 2022. See how higher Fed interest rates affect home buyers and sellers and what borrowers can do ne...

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The complete guide to buying land and building a house

Thinking of building a new home on a piece of raw land? Learn how to buy land and build a house the right way, which includes finding the right loan and lend...

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How to buy a manufactured home and land

Curious how to buy a manufactured home and land for it? Discover everything you need to know about this real estate purchase and what to expect from a lender...

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Housing market inflation: What you need to know

Inflation occurs when prices rise relative to the value of the dollar. Learn more about housing market inflation market plus tips for buying.

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How big of a house do you need? Tips for calculating your ideal home size

How big of a house do you need? Learn about the recommended square footage per person and other important factors to consider during your home search.

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What is house hacking and is it something you should be doing?

House hacking incorporates a variety of ways you can use your house to pay living expenses. Learn what house hacking is and how you can make it work for you....

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How is rental income taxed? A guide for real estate investors

As a real estate investor, you’ll pay income taxes on rental income. Learn about how rental income is taxed and what rental property tax deductions you...

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Home Mortgage Disclosure Act: Defined and explained

The Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) mandates public reporting around mortgage lending activities. Learn more about the HMDA and how it works.

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Home loans for college students: A guide to student loans and mortgages

In this guide, learn how to qualify for mortgage approval with student debt plus the best state and national programs with home loans for college students.

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How many FHA loans can you have?

Usually you can have multiple FHA loans over a lifetime, but only one at a time. Yet there are exceptions. Learn how they work along with other options.

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Using a home equity loan for your remodel: What to know

If you’ve built equity in your home, you can fund a remodel with a home equity loan. Learn the pros and cons of using a home equity loan for a remodel....

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