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Are home sales slowing down? Housing market predictions for 2023
Are home sales slowing down in 2023? Read to learn about what to expect of the housing market in 2023, including real estate prices, mortgage rates and more.
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Are VA loans assumable? Everything to know about VA loan assumption
Are VA loans assumable? They are, but what does that mean, exactly? Learn everything you need to know about VA loan assumption here.
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The mortgage interest deduction: Your guide for the 2024 tax year
Wondering whether itemizing your mortgage interest deduction will lower your tax payment? Find out everything you should know about mortgage interest deduction.
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Assessed value vs. market value: Your questions answered
What’s the difference between assessed value and market value? One is the home’s tax-assessed value; the other is what buyers are willing to pay....
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Mortgage insurance: Your quick guide to different types and cost
Mortgage insurance protects lenders against default on home loans. Learn more about the different types of mortgage insurance, how much it costs and more.
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Quitclaim deeds: A useful guide
Quitclaim deeds are simple legal documents that transfer a property’s title between two parties. Here’s how they work, when to use them, and how to ...
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Are condos a good investment?
Condos can be an attractive option for first time buyers, but are they a good investment? Read our guide to find out whether buying a condo makes sense for you.
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What is an active contingent listing in real estate?
Curious about what the phrase “active contingent” means in real estate? Read to learn more about this type of listing and what it means for you a...
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Are home improvements tax deductible?
Are home improvements tax deductible? Learn what improvements you can deduct from your taxes, what counts as a capital improvement and how the IRS decides.
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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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Amortization in real estate: A complete guide and definition
Amortization schedules your mortgage payments and tracks what the money goes toward. Learn how amortization works in real estate for different loans
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Breaking down the 1% rule in real estate: What you should know before investing
Measuring your return on investment can feel like a lot of math. The 1% rule can make it easier to figure out how much you should spend on your investment.
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VA loan occupancy requirements
VA loan occupancy requirements are put in place to ensure a home purchase is used as a primary residence by the borrower. Learn more about these requirements...
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Online house auctions: What are they and how do they work?
Want to buy a property through an online house auction? Learn more about this home buying strategy here and whether it’s a viable option for you.
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A modern approach to manufactured home insurance from CoverTree
Finding appropriate insurance for your manufactured home can be difficult, but it need not be. Our sister company CoverTree offers a modern tech-based approa...
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What is a purchase-money mortgage?
Purchase-money loans are nontraditional financing between sellers and buyers. Learn the benefits of a purchase-money mortgage and the risks involved.
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Does renters insurance cover theft?
Renters insurance will cover theft that occurs both inside and outside your home. Learn more about what you can expect from a renters insurance policy.
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What are the most diverse cities in the US?
Want to find the most diverse cities in the U.S.? Explore the most diverse cities in America and discover the factors that make them so culturally diversified.
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