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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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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.
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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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4-minute read
Refinancing with the same lender: Is it a good idea?
Should you refinance your loan with the same lender? It depends on your financial situation and what lenders are offering. Uncover pros and cons to consider.
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8-minute read
Buying international property: How to finance foreign real estate investment
Are you thinking about buying international property? Whether as an investment or vacation home, buying property abroad may be an option for you. Learn more.
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5-minute read
No-closing-cost mortgage: Does it make sense for you?
Closing costs can sometimes present a financial barrier for home buyers. In cases like these, applying for a no-closing-cost mortgage can potentially help.
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4-minute read
Moving report: Understanding how and why people move
Unpack information on how and why people move – including various trends among different demographics, how buyers find homes and what makes people want to move.
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5-minute read
Who's responsible for a mortgage after the borrower dies?
Ever wonder what happens to a mortgage when you die? Read on to learn what happens to a home when the owner dies and what to do if you inherit a property.
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7-minute read
What is a reasonable repair request to ask for after a home inspection?
Are you thinking about buying a home? Learn what is a reasonable repair request you can ask for after a home inspection.
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5-minute read
How to get equity out of your home
Home equity loans, HELOCs and cash-out refinances all let you access your home equity. Uncover the best way for you to get equity out of your
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3-minute read
Federal Reserve press release in plain English - November 2023
The Federal Reserve left the target range for the federal funds rate unchanged to begin November. Keep reading for our full analysis.
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5-minute read
Understanding owner-occupied properties: What investors should know
Owner-occupied investments are properties in which the landlord both owns and lives in a home. Understand the pros and cons of owner occupancy before you buy.
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4-minute read
VA loan forbearance: Everything you need to know
If you have a VA loan and are facing financial difficulties, your options extend beyond a VA loan forbearance. See how to catch up and what to do next.
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5-minute read
Forbearance agreement: What it means for your mortgage
A forbearance agreement allows borrowers to temporarily suspend their mortgage payments during unexpected financial hardship. Read about forbearance agreements.
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8-minute read
What is loss mitigation?
Loss mitigation is the process in which borrowers and lenders work to create a plan to avoid foreclosure. Learn more about loss mitigation options here.
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6-minute read
What are the pros and cons of FHA loans?
An FHA loan can be a great way to purchase a home, but FHA loans aren’t for everyone. Uncover the pros and cons of an FHA loan and whether one is right for you.
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7-minute read
What are seller concessions?
Seller concessions are closing costs that the seller has agreed to pay, but is it a reasonable request? Learn more about seller concessions and how they work.
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