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Is Rent-to-Own Bad? 13 Reasons That Point to ‘Yes’ (And What to Do Instead)
On the surface, a rent-to-own real estate deal might seem like a good idea, but here’s why experts think rent to own can be bad for buyers and the approach to take instead.
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Land of the First Boardwalk: Down Payment Assistance in New Jersey
What kind of down payment assistance in New Jersey is available for first-time homebuyers? We’ve done some digging to present a few popular programs.
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Invest In a 401k or Save For a House? Here’s How to Decide, Based on Your Situation
Debating whether to invest in 401k or save for a house? These are the things to consider so you can make the best investment for your situation.
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What Buyers Need to Know About Contingency Periods (And How Contingency Periods Benefit Them)
What is the contingency period, and why should buyers care about it? This contract stipulation is often a benefit to homebuyers. Here’s what you need to know.
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Your Top 11 Questions About Down Payments, Answered (Including: What’s an Average Down Payment?)
Down payments can seem intimidating. We’ll walk you through the answers of some common questions, including the average down payment for a house.
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What House Can I Afford? Where to Buy, What to Buy, and How to Figure It All Out
Answering the question “what house can I afford?” is complicated; there’s more to homeownership than being able to pay your monthly mortgage.
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Real Estate Return on Investment: What It Is and How to Maximize It
Real estate return on investment is critical to evaluate before you jump into the pool with both feet. Professional investors discuss risk, payback, and more.
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26 Benefits of City Living (Including a Few You Probably Never Considered!)
The benefits of city living range from the obvious, like more job opportunities, to the unexpected, such as higher credit scores; we dig into what’s available.
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How Much Do Real Estate Agents Make? What To Know When Hiring an Agent
How much do real estate agents make? Income, commission, fees, and other things to know about what a good agent might earn and why that’s the case.
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Down Payment Assistance in Florida: Buying In the Sunshine State
First-time homebuyer and down payment assistance programs in Florida are within reach for savvy buyers. This guide will show you how and where to get them.
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