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Here’s How to Buy a House with Just $15,000 (Yes, Really)
Real Estate
There are plenty of ways to buy a home with less than $20,000 in the bank.
Lauren Wellbank
Jan 17, 2022
This Is Where a Finance Pro Says to Stash Your Down Payment Savings
Real Estate
Not all savings accounts are created equal.
Lauren Wellbank
Jan 10, 2022
Here’s How My Home Warranty Is Saving Me Money — and Peace of Mind
Real Estate
In 5 years of homeownership.
Chantel Wakefield
Dec 14, 2021
The One Major Thing You Should Do This Month If You Plan to Buy a House in 2022
Real Estate
It's crucial.
Brittany Anas
Dec 6, 2021
The First Thing You Should Know About Inheriting Property from Family
Real Estate
It can come with added stress.
Grace Cassidy
Nov 21, 2021
The One Thing You Should Never Do If You’re Planning to Buy a House
Real Estate
According to a mortgage lender.
Ashley Abramson
Nov 8, 2021
4 Money Mistakes I’ve Made as a First-Time Homeowner
Real Estate
Try to learn from my mistakes.
Chantel Wakefield
Nov 5, 2021
Seriously, Don't Buy a House with Only a Down Payment Saved, Warns One Redditor
Real Estate
Closing costs (and more) will getcha.
Megan Johnson
Nov 3, 2021
6 Apps That’ll Make Saving for Your Down Payment a Little Easier
Real Estate
Coming up with that cash is no small feat.
Steph Mickelson
Oct 16, 2021
I Bought a House Without Having to Save Up for Years — Here’s How I Did It
Real Estate
And I didn't have to put 20 percent down.
Lauren Wellbank
Oct 10, 2021
The 5 Essential Things You Need to Know About Getting Pre-Approved
Real Estate
Here are the ins and outs of securing a mortgage.
Candace Ramirez
Oct 8, 2021
How the "Starve and Stack" Method of Saving Money Could Help You Buy a House
Real Estate
It sounds like a radical new diet, and it sort of is.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Sep 30, 2021
7 Things That Can Affect How Much You Pay for Homeowners Insurance
Real Estate
Do you have a new roof? You might be able to snag a cheaper policy.
Lauren Wellbank
Sep 27, 2021
Hoping to Become a Homeowner Soon? Here’s What You Should Budget for
Real Estate
Beyond your mortgage, that is.
Brenda Richardson
Sep 24, 2021
Thinking of Putting Less Than 20 Percent Down on a House?
Real Estate
Here are the pros and cons.
Sarah Kuta
Sep 19, 2021
This Is the Credit Score You Really Need to Buy a House
Real Estate
Your eligibility for a home loan depends on a few factors.
Brittany Anas
Sep 17, 2021
I Don’t Have “Buying a House During the Pandemic” FOMO — And That’s Okay
Real Estate
First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes a baby… and a 30-year mortgage?
Jazmine Reed-Clark
Sep 15, 2021
3 Mistakes People Make When Deciding Which Home Renovation Loan to Take Out
Real Estate
Planning on some upgrades? Read this first.
Josephine Nesbit
Aug 23, 2021
5 Free Things You Can Do Today to Get Ready to Buy a Home
Real Estate
Even if you can't afford one just yet.
Lauren Wellbank
Aug 15, 2021
9 Stats About This Wild Real Estate Market That May Make You Weep Gently
Real Estate
But there are some silver linings. Kind of.
Lauren Wellbank
Aug 13, 2021
3 Former House Flippers Reveal Why They Quit Flipping
Real Estate
It's not all fun and dollar signs like on TV.
Heather Bien
Aug 9, 2021
What is a “TIC” in Real Estate?
Real Estate
Here's what to know about the term.
Brittany Anas
Jul 31, 2021
The (Almost) Irrelevant Mortgage Type That Still Works for One Specific Buyer
Real Estate
They're not popular these days.
Brittany Anas
Jul 30, 2021
4 Common Types of Mortgages — and the Differences Between Them
Real Estate
There are plenty of options available for potential homebuyers.
Lauren Wellbank
Jul 28, 2021
Don't Worry, You Didn't Miss Out on the Great Homebuying Frenzy of 2020
Real Estate
There's still hope for first-time buyers.
Brittany Anas
Jul 26, 2021
The Best Investment Advice I Got From My Grandfather, a Landlord of 25+ Years
Real Estate
Though I know my grandparents came up in a different time, I've learned a lot about real estate investing from them.
Lauren Ramirez
Jun 25, 2021
The Huge Homebuying Hurdle Nobody Is Talking About
Real Estate
And it's not a down payment.
Brittany Anas
Jun 15, 2021
The Risky Real Estate Trend You Should Be on the Lookout For
Real Estate
Here's what you need to know about home equity shares.
Brittany Anas
May 25, 2021
The Best Credit Cards to Get After Buying a New House
Real Estate
According to personal finance experts.
Lauren Wellbank
May 22, 2021
5 Reasons a Home Falls Out of Contract — and How To Swoop in to Get It
Real Estate
It might just be your lucky break in today’s ultra-competitive market.
Brittany Anas
May 21, 2021
4 Good Reasons You Don't Need to Save for a 20 Percent Down Payment
Real Estate
It's no longer the magic number for homeownership.
Lauren Wellbank
May 5, 2021
5 Places Where It’s Not Overly Expensive to Buy a Vacation Home
Real Estate
Here are the best spots to invest in.
Sarah Kuta
Apr 21, 2021
6 Mortgage Terms People Get Confused By the Most — and What They Mean
Real Estate
According to the pros.
Lauren Wellbank
Apr 24, 2021
You Can Get a Mortgage at Costco, Because of Course You Can
Real Estate
Meet the “The Mortgage Program for Costco Members,” a benefit that’s been around since 2011.
Liz Steelman
Apr 14, 2021
Could a Gap in Employment Prevent You from Buying a Home?
Real Estate
Mortgage lenders look at your job consistency.
Brittany Anas
Apr 20, 2021
Skip These 7 Home Projects — They Won’t Increase Your Resale Value
Real Estate
Here's how to avoid a poor return on investment.
Terri Williams
Apr 17, 2021
The New Mortgage Requirement That First-Time Buyers Should Know About
Real Estate
It's thanks in part to the pandemic.
Brittany Anas
Apr 16, 2021
It’s Never Been Easier to Buy or Sell a House Online. But Should You?
Real Estate
Here's what to know about iBuying, virtual tours, and more.
Kate Streit
Mar 25, 2021
7 Websites and Apps to Check Out If You’re Shopping for a Mortgage
Real Estate
They might help simplify your homebuying process.
Zina Kumok
Mar 20, 2021
How a “Rent Back” Could Help You Win the Bid on Your Dream House
Real Estate
It's a newly popular offering in today's hot market.
Brittany Anas
Mar 13, 2021
5 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Make Extra Payments on Your Mortgage
Real Estate
It's not always in your best interest.
Sarah Kuta
Mar 9, 2021
5 Money Mistakes First-Time Homebuyers Make, According to Experts
Real Estate
Don't spend too much too soon.
Katie Bishop
Mar 4, 2021
This Is the First Person You Should Call If You Want to Buy a House
Real Estate
And it's not a real estate agent.
Lauren Wellbank
Mar 2, 2021
What Property Taxes Will Cost You in Every State
Real Estate
They can be a huge expense that homebuyers forget about.
Jennifer Billock
Feb 25, 2021
You May Be Able to Skip Mortgage Payments — Here's What to Know
Real Estate
Ask these four questions before you opt out of paying.
Brittany Anas
Feb 22, 2021
This Mortgage Is for People Who Don’t Qualify for Traditional Home Loans
Real Estate
Have you heard of wraparound mortgages?
Lauren Wellbank
Feb 22, 2021
4 Actually Helpful Homebuying Tools in That Government-Issued Mortgage Booklet
Real Estate
Don't throw it away.
Lauren Wellbank
Feb 18, 2021
Heed These Warnings from Real Estate Agents Before Adding This Mortgage Feature
Real Estate
Balloon payments aren't a cause for celebration.
Terri Williams
Feb 17, 2021
4 Things to Know About Buying a House After a Divorce
According to realtors and divorcees.
Mariette Williams
Feb 16, 2021
This Is the Single Best Home Renovation to Improve Your Home's Value
And it's not in the backyard.
Terri Williams
Feb 7, 2021
Mortgage "Points" Are the Money-Saving Trick You Should Know About
They might save you money.
Lauren Wellbank
Jan 24, 2021
3 Freelancers Share How They Got Approved for Mortgages, Even Without 9-to-5s
Here's what to know.
Mariette Williams
Jan 21, 2021
3 Is the Magic Number When It Comes to Buying a House. Here's Why
The oft-repeated number makes remembering these home buying tips a cinch.
Lauren Wellbank
Jan 18, 2021
HGTV Star Egypt Sherrod on Flipping Homes—and the Best Advice She's Received
Here's what she wants you to know.
Mariette Williams
Dec 29, 2020
19 Free Homebuying Education Resources You Need to Bookmark
There's a whole lot for prospective homeowners to become familiar with.
Sarah Kuta
Dec 27, 2020
What the Lack of a Real Estate Off Season Means for Buyers, Sellers, and Renters
This year has been unprecedented in so many ways, and the real estate market is no exception.
Lauren Wellbank
Dec 23, 2020
4 Ways to Save Money on Your Mortgage, According to Finance Experts
Here's how to lower your monthly payment.
Lauren Wellbank
Dec 22, 2020
6 Words You Won’t Know Until You Buy a House—and What They Mean
Have you heard of these financial terms?
Jennifer Billock
Dec 11, 2020
6 Things Our Real Estate Editor Didn’t Expect to Learn in a Homebuyer Class
There's a lot to know about mortgage loans, closing costs, escrow, and all that jazz.
Madeline Bilis
Nov 18, 2020
I Just Extended My Mortgage by 24 Years, Even Though It Seemed Like a Bad Idea
Until I realized the flexibility it gave me.
Kate Dore
Nov 17, 2020
The $13 Amazon Buy That Solves Every Renter's Biggest Winter Problem
Keeping your rental warm throughout the season can be a challenge when you're at the whim of your building's management.
Kate Streit
Oct 23, 2020
The 3 Best Real Estate Investing Apps for Beginners
Here's where to get started.
Kate Streit
Oct 17, 2020
Thinking of Refinancing Your House? Do It ASAP to Avoid a New Fee
The new “Adverse Market Refinance Fee” is about to make taking out a mortgage a little more expensive.
Lauren Wellbank
Oct 14, 2020
This Surprising Financial Maneuver Can Help You Buy a Second Home
Here's what you need to know.
Zina Kumok
Oct 7, 2020
Some Real Estate Companies Will Front $15K to Help You Renovate Your House
Care for an interest-free loan?
Jon Gorey
Sep 27, 2020
Wire Fraud Is the Scary Real Estate Scam Everyone Should Be Talking About
This cybercrime can occur anytime someone is “wiring” money, or transferring it electronically to another person.
Sarah Kuta
Sep 23, 2020
6 Expert-Approved Tips for Closing on Your Home ASAP
Sometimes you need time on your side.
Sarah Kuta
Sep 23, 2020
4 Foolproof Ways to Come Out on Top in a 2020 Bidding War
Being independently wealthy isn't required.
Lauren Wellbank
Sep 21, 2020
4 Special Loans That Allow You to Put Less Than 10 Percent Down on a House
There's no need to save for the traditional 20 percent down payment.
Zina Kumok
Sep 21, 2020
5 Things I Had to Google While Refinancing My Home
What is a notary signing agent, anyway?
Sarah Kuta
Sep 6, 2020
The Hidden Renovation That Will Increase Your Home’s Resale Value
And add some square footage.
Sarah Magnuson
Sep 1, 2020
4 Surprising Things You May Not Know About Getting Home Insurance
An insurance expert shares misconceptions.
Lauren Wellbank
Aug 10, 2020
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