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What If the Appraisal Comes In Low? 6 True Stories About What Buyers Did
Buying a home can be stressful. For example: What if the appraisal comes in low? Find out what six homeowners did when this happened to them.
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23 Hidden Costs of Buying a Home
Buying a home comes with all kinds of hidden costs buyers might not be expecting. From appraisal fees to property taxes, here’s what you should prepare for.
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Rent-to-Own Home Agreement: A Path to Homeownership — With Caution
A rent-to-own home agreement is an alternate path to homeownership but must be walked carefully. Learn what rent-to-own contract risks to avoid.
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What Is a Probate Sale? Answering 4 Big Questions About This Tricky Transaction
You vaguely understand that these deals can provide opportunities for a bargain, but what is a probate sale, exactly? We’ll break down the details.
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Bridge Loans in Houston: How to Unlock Home Equity to Buy Before You Sell
Explore the ins and outs of bridge loans in Houston: benefits, drawbacks, costs, providers, and modern alternatives. Learn how you can ‘Buy Before You Sell.’
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Bridge Loans in Chicago: How to Unlock Home Equity to Buy Before You Sell
Explore the ins and outs of bridge loans in Chicago: benefits, drawbacks, costs, providers, and modern alternatives. Learn how you can ‘Buy Before You Sell.’
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7 Ways a Rent-to-Own Contract Differs From a Regular Rental Lease
A rent-to-own home contract can be a solution if you have lower-than-average credit or need to save a down payment. But read the contract closely!
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What Should I Know About Rent-to-Own Homes? A Can’t-Skip Primer
A rent-to-own agreement is an option for people facing barriers to traditional home ownership, but prospective buyers should understand the pros and cons.
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Can You Buy a House with Physical Cash? (Or Will You Need a Check?)
Can you buy a house with physical cash? Not exactly, though it’s a tricky question to answer! Here’s the rundown on paying cash for a house.
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What Does Pending Mean in Real Estate?
What does pending mean in real estate? Learn about pending status, whether you can still make an offer, and tips for buyers and sellers of pending homes.
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