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Finances

The Role of Escrow in Homebuying

As a homebuyer or homeowner, you’ve likely encountered the term "escrow" frequently. We know—there are a lot of terms associated with the...

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How to Leverage Your Home Equity

With the summer heat chasing so many Americans inside this year, you might experience increasing dissatisfaction with what you see behind...

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Title Insurance, Safeguarding Your New Home

Buying a home is a momentous occasion that involves many steps, the vital one being purchasing title insurance. It’s your security blanket...

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Lifestyle

What is Radon Testing, and Does My Home Need It?

When you become a homeowner, there are many things that come onto your radar that you likely never considered pre-homeownership. Enter:...

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Mortgage 101

Beat High Mortgage Rates, Secure Your Dream Home for Less

As inflation holds tight and mortgage rates continue to fluctuate between 6% and 7%, many homebuyers are feeling the financial strain of...

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Homebuying

What to Know Before Buying a Home with a Basement

When looking for your next home, there are plenty of reasons to consider adding a basement to your wish list. Basements are great for...

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Finances

Why Now is the Time for a Cash-Out Refinance

As a homeowner with a mortgage, you may be interested to know that since the beginning of 2024, approximately 62% of all properties have...

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Homes with Unique Histories: Where to Find Them and How to Close on Your Very Own

Homes with Unique Histories: Where to Find Them and How to Close on Your Very Own While some homebuyers are out to find the perfect...

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Homebuying

Rising Rent: How First-Time Homebuyers Can Achieve Homeownership

With the cost of rent climbing steadily in the last few years, buying a home may seem out of reach for many first-time homebuyers.

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Homebuying

Protect Your Investment: The Role of Earnest Money in Homebuying

Looking for your dream home is an exciting adventure, but there’s one important term to know before putting in an offer on your new home:...

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