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What is a condo? Condominiums defined

A condo, or condominium, is a housing or residential complex where individuals own their units. Learn more about this affordable path to homeownership.

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5-minute read

How to refinance an FHA loan to a conventional loan

Refinancing from an FHA loan to a conventional one offers several benefits. Learn how to refinance from an FHA loan, as well as the pros and cons.

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4-minute read

What is fair market value (FMV) in real estate and how is it calculated?

The fair market value (FMV) of a home is defined primarily by how much someone would pay for it. Learn how...

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9-minute read

What can you use a home equity loan for?

A home equity loan can be a good option if you need a lump sum of cash. Discover what you can use a home equity loan for and how repayment works.

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7-minute read

Closing on a house: Your step-by-step guide

The closing process is the final step in the home buying journey. Learn about the different steps you can expect and ways to prepare for a smoother closing.

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7-minute read

Should I pay off my mortgage or invest?

Deciding whether to pay off a mortgage or invest can be tricky. Get familiar with all of the potential financial risks and rewards before making this decisio...

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4-minute read

Refinancing your house after divorce: What you need to know

Refinancing after a divorce may help you divide community property and remove your name from the mortgage. Learn more about the process.

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11-minute read

What are seller concessions?

Seller concessions are a way for home buyers to bring down their closing costs. However, concessions must be negotiated. Learn more about this process before yo...

7-minute read

Cheapest ways to build a house: 12 tips for affordable home building

Building a home doesn’t have to break the bank. Explore these 12 ways to build a budget-friendly house, from a simpler layout to opting for cheaper materi...

A couple looking towards a house possibly the one they just bought and thinking of starting a new chapter in it.

7-minute read

Kit homes: What you should know before buying

Kit homes are mail-order homes delivered in parts and built right on your property. Explore the pros and cons of building one and how much it could cost you....

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6-minute read

Average closing costs in Missouri

Missouri’s closing costs are higher than in several other states, based on the dollar amount. Learn what you can expect to pay when you close on your new ...

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4-minute read

What’s the average mortgage payment in Missouri?

What’s the average mortgage payment in Missouri? Learn how to calculate your payment and find out how it compares to nearby states.

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4-minute read

What’s the average mortgage payment in Minnesota?

What’s the average mortgage payment in Minnesota? Learn how to calculate your payment and find out how it compares to nearby states.

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4-minute read

What’s the average mortgage payment in New Mexico?

What’s the average mortgage payment in New Mexico? Learn how to calculate your payment and find out how it compares to nearby states.

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5-minute read

What’s the average mortgage payment in Tennessee?

The average monthly mortgage payment in Tennessee is about $1,636 before property taxes and i...

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5-minute read

What’s the average mortgage payment in Wyoming?

The average monthly mortgage payment in Wyoming is about $1,776 before property taxes and insurance. Learn what can affect this payment and how it compares to o...

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5-minute read

What’s the average mortgage payment in South Carolina?

The average monthly mortgage payment in South Carolina is about $1,733 before property taxes ...

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5-minute read

What’s the average mortgage payment in Virginia?

The average monthly mortgage payment in Virginia is about $2,036 before property taxes and insurance. Learn what can affect this payment and how it compares to ...

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