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9 Tips to Overcome Buyer’s Remorse for Enormous Purchases Like a House
Are you regretting your home purchase? Try these nine tips from experts about how to overcome buyer’s remorse for enormous purchases, for example a house.
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Want to Make Money and Build Wealth? Then Real Estate Might Be for You
Considering investing in real estate? We explain how to make money in real estate and build wealth with a diversified portfolio and market knowledge.
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What Is an Open House? We Dig Into the History And Answer Your Questions About This Real Estate Tradition
What is an open house? Where did this tradition come from? When are they scheduled, and how do you find them? These questions and more are answered for you.
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What Goes Into a Home Appraisal? 25+ Things Appraisers Will Note (And Why They Care)
What goes into a home appraisal? Your appraiser will examine several key variables and the local market to help determine the value of the house.
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Who Pays for the Home Inspection When You’re Buying a House? (Is It Me?)
Once you have an offer accepted on a home, you might be asking yourself: who pays for the home inspection? We’ve got answers for you; read on!
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What’s an ‘Active Contingent’ Listing? Can I Still Make an Offer?
The term “active contingent” can be a confusing one for prospective home buyers. Here's what active contingent does (and doesn't) mean in real estate.
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What’s a Free Home Appraisal, And Can I Use One When I Buy a House?
There are free home appraisal online valuation tools you can use from the comfort of your couch to see what a house is worth, but how accurate are they?
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Your Homebuyer’s Guide to How to Pay Off Mortgage Faster
Three decades is a long financial commitment. Many homeowners have questions about how to pay off a mortgage faster, or if it’s even a good idea.
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Do I Need a Lawyer to Buy a House (And How Much Does That Cost)?
If you live in certain states, you’re required to have a lawyer oversee the homebuying process. Here’s a breakdown of the lawyer cost for buying a house.
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We Answered Your Top 12 Questions About First Time Home Buyer Loans (In Exquisite Detail)
Are there first time home buyer loans that can help people who have never bought a house? Yes! And we’ll show you where to look for them in this guide.
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