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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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Best mobile home insurance companies for 2023
Need mobile home insurance? Check out a list of the best mobile home insurance companies for 2024 to see which mobile home insurer could be right for you.
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Am I better off financially than my parents were?
Explore how people feel they are doing financially compared to their parents at the same age.
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Selling mortgages: How it affects you and what to do next
How does selling mortgages work? Find out why lenders sell mortgages to investors, how the process works and how it affects you.
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Proprietary leases defined: What they are and how they impact co-ops
A proprietary lease provides co-op shareholders with the right to live in a specified apartment unit. Learn more about proprietary leases and how they work.<...
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Is homeowners insurance required? What buyers should know
While homeowners insurance isn’t legally required, mortgage lenders will usually require it. Learn more about homeowners insurance requirements for buy...
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Solo households: Analyzing where and how single householders live
Solo households have become increasingly popular over recent decades. Read our analysis of the current data and trends for single vs. couple households.
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VA loan inspection requirements: What to know
VA loans don’t come with inspection requirements, but the home must meet VA minimum property requirements. Learn about MPRs and what they entail.
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Hard money loan: Definition and what to watch out for
Hard money loans, unlike traditional loans, are based on the collateral that secures the loan. Learn about hard money loans and the drawbacks for borrowers.<...
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VA loans: Benefits, eligibility requirements and more
A VA home loan is a type of mortgage financing available to qualifying veterans and members of the military community. Discover VA loan requirements and how to ...
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Buying a house without a REALTOR®: What to consider
Considering buying a house without a REALTOR®? Learn about how the process works, plus pros and cons, and what you’re responsible for do...
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How can I use my 401(k) for a down payment?
Want to withdraw or borrow from a 401(k) for a down payment? See the pros and cons here.
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5/1 ARM loan: Everything you need to know
A 5/1 ARM offers home buyers a low introductory interest rate for the first 5 years of their loan. Read on to learn how a 5/1 ARM could work for you.
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What is rental property depreciation and how does it work?
Rental property depreciation is a big tax advantage that can make real estate investment profitable beyond the income it generates. Learn how it works.
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The basics behind financing a mobile or manufactured home
Manufactured or mobile homes may be the key to affordable homeownership. Learn how you can finance one under the favorable terms of conventional loans.
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A comprehensive guide to mortgage payments on a $300K loan
Curious if you can afford a $300K mortgage? Explore different loan terms and interest rate options so you’ll know before buying what your payments will be...
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$350,000 mortgage: Total cost and other factors to consider
Considering a $350,000 mortgage for your home purchase? Learn about a mortgage this size, the upfront and monthly costs to expect, how to get one, and more.<...
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Portfolio loan: What is it and how does it work?
A portfolio loan can help borrowers who don’t qualify for a traditional mortgage loan. Learn how portfolio loans can fund and unlock real estate opport...
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