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Should You Consider Mortgage Refinance? Here’s How to Think About It
Lower interest rates can save you money over the long run, but there are other factors you should take into consideration before refinancing your mortgage.
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Pay Now or Pay Later? Breaking Down Cash vs Mortgage Pros and Cons
How should you think about paying vis-a-vis cash vs mortgage? There are advantages and disadvantages to each, so it depends on your situation.
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I Just Bought a House! So… What’s My Home Resale Value?
You can’t know for sure what resale value your home might have until it is actually listed, but there are ways to anticipate what your home will be worth.
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‘How Are the Schools?’ Home Values, Property Taxes, and Education Inequality
America’s schools are becoming increasingly segregated. Learn how home values and property taxes affect school quality and why it matters for homeowners.
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It’s Not Over: A Historical and Contemporary Look at Racial Restrictive Covenants
Homebuyers: take a second look at your deeds. Many still contain racial restrictive covenants that continue to haunt legal real estate documents today.
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Know the Topical Terms: 3 Housing Discrimination Terms, Unpacked
Racial steering, blockbusting, and redlining: Unusual terms used in conversations about housing discrimination, defined and explained by experts.
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Everything You Need to Know About Making an Offer: 15 Tips for Homebuyers
Buyers who want to close a deal need to come prepared with their A-game when it comes to making an offer. Here are 15 tips for making an offer on a house.
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What to Know About Buying a House: 11 Things to Know Upfront
Learn the important facts you should consider before buying a home. This article covers what to know about buying a house to help you avoid costly mistakes.
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Missing Something? Here’s What You Need to Know About Home Inspections
When buying a new home, the inspection is a crucial step. So what does a home inspection include, and what do inspectors typically skip?
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Don’t Forget Your Wardrobe! How to Pack Clothes for Moving Day
The documents have been signed and you’ve been handed the keys. Now it’s time to start packing! Find out how to pack clothes for moving day with these tips.
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