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Special assessment tax: A definition

Homeowners may have to pay a special assessment tax in addition to their property taxes. Learn more about how special assessment taxes work in real estate.

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Schedule E tax forms: Reporting your rental income

If you earn rental income, you may need to fill out a Schedule E tax form this year. Learn more about reporting your gains and losses with our handy guide.

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Types of real estate investments: Everything you need to know

The types of real estate investments can include active ventures, like house flipping, and passive options, like REITs. Find the right investment for you.

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How quiet title actions evaluate the true ownership of a property

A quiet title action is a legal process that determines the true owner of a property. Understand when and why you may need to “quiet” challenges to your title.

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Can I make principal-only payments on my mortgage?

Making principal-only payments on your mortgage can save you on interest over time. Learn how to make a principal-only payment and pay off your loan faster.

7-minute read

Liberty home guard reviews 2023: Plans, coverage and cost

Selecting the right home warranty is a crucial step in protecting your home. Learn more about coverage options, cost and consumer reviews of Liberty Home Guard.

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Wholesale real estate: A beginner's guide

What is wholesale real estate? This guide will help you understand the basics, how the selling process works and best practices.

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What are mortgage servicing rights?

Mortgage servicing rights (MSR) are often transferred to a third-party that takes over the administrative tasks of servicing a mortgage in exchange for a fee.

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Becoming a Section 8 landlord: A guide

Interested in becoming a Section 8 landlord but worried about additional hassles or responsibilities? Find out what’s involved with being a Section 8 landlord.

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Upfront Mortgage Insurance Premiums (UFMIP): What you need to know

If you have an FHA loan, you’ll encounter something called an upfront mortgage insurance premium (UFMIP). Uncover the facts about what it is and how it works.

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Interest rate caps: What are they and how do they work?

An interest rate cap limits how much your interest rate will rise on an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM). Find out more about rate caps and how they work.

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First-time home buyers and down payments: 73% of buyers put down less than you think

Many believe they need a 20% down payment to buy a house, but is that true? Let’s look at the actual data surrounding first-time home buyers and down payments.

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What can home buyers learn to navigate market turbulence?

How can current first-time home buyers apply today’s tools and yesterday’s lessons to navigate a turbulent housing market?

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5-minute read

Deficiency judgment: What is it and how does it work?

Read our guide to find out what deficiency judgments are in real estate, how they work in foreclosures and what mortgage borrowers should know about them.

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2023 Choice Home Warranty review and FAQs

Here’s everything you need to know about Choice Home Warranty. We’ll discuss cost, plans, reviews, pros and cons and any other questions you may have.

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7-minute read

America's first choice (AFC) home club: Reviews, plans and coverage in 2023

Curious to see how the AFC Home Club home warranty stacks up against the competition in 2023? Read reviews, plan coverage and more with help from our guide.

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8-minute read

Refinance to pay off debt: Is it right for you?

Looking to pay off your credit cards or other high-interest debt? If you have enough equity in your home, you may be able to refinance your house to consolidate your debt.

7-minute read

Biggest home buying mistakes

In this episode of The Red Desk, we’re going to walk through the most common mistakes that buyers make when purchasing a home.

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