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Buying a house with mold: What you need to know
Finding out a home has mold doesn’t have to be a dealbreaker. Learn how mold can affect your health and property and the steps you can take to manage i...
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Fannie Mae vs. Freddie Mac: What’s the difference?
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac buy conforming loans from lenders to make sure they have enough cash to keep writing loans. Learn how they’re similar and diffe...
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What is the multiple listing service (MLS)?
Multiple listing services (MLS) in real estate are tools REALTORS® use to view and share property listings. Learn how MLSs can benefit you in ...
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What are zoning laws and how do they work?
Zoning laws dictate how a property can or cannot be used within a certain geographical area. Learn about common types of zoning laws and how they work.
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First-time home buyer qualifications: What to know
First-time home buyers should learn what lenders require to get a mortgage as well as the resources available to help making buying a home more affordable.
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How are VA loan interest rates determined?
VA loans offer military personnel, veterans, and their eligible spouses lower interest rates when buying a home. Learn more about how VA loan rates are set.
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How bonds affect mortgage rates
The bond market and the mortgage market are closely connected. Read our article to learn what bond loan interest rates are and how they affect mortgage rates...
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Proprietary reverse mortgage: What to know
Private lenders help owners of high-value homes borrow more of their equity with proprietary reverse mortgages. Learn who can get one and how they work.
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How much is renters insurance? Average costs and providers in 2025
How much is renters insurance? The costs vary by state, type of coverage and individual items under protection. Uncover the average cost of renters insurance...
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RentRewards helps renters become homeowners
Are you looking to stop paying a landlord and finally have a place of your own? RentRewards turns your monthly rent into a credit toward closing costs.
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Amrock is now Rocket Close℠
Amrock, the nationwide title, mortgage settlement, and appraisal management company, is now Rocket Close.
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What does a property manager do?
A property manager is an individual or entity hired by the owner to oversee the daily workings of their property. Read on to learn their responsibilities.
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How to buy a second home with no down payment
Do you long for a getaway house of your very own but aren’t sure you can afford one? It may be possible to buy a second home with no or low down paymen...
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Grantor vs. grantee: What's the difference?
The transfer of ownership from a grantor to a grantee is an important part of many real estate transactions. Learn more about grantors vs. grantees here.
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How to get a loan to purchase land
Land loans are used to finance the purchase of a plot of land. However, securing this financing is different from other loans. Here’s what you should know...
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How to prepare a real estate counteroffer
Sellers don’t have to reject a buyer’s offer: you can negotiate with a counteroffer. Here’s how to create one that works best for everyone....
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20 popular types of houses and home styles
We rounded up the most common types of houses and provided their key features, pros, cons and photos so you can find the home style that best fits you.
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What is a physician mortgage loan?
No-to-low down payment physician mortgage loans are targeted at doctors–but are they right for you? Learn how to decide, and explore your other loan op...
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