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Lender or Real Estate Agent: Which Comes First?

Buying a home can feel like a plethora of moving parts without even knowing how to start the machine. Getting started can be confusing,...

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Tips for Millennials Entering the Housing Market

Right now, many millennials (those born between 1981 and 1997) are entering a new phase in their lives. Those on the older end of the...

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The Impact of Covid-19 on Real Estate

It’s almost summer, and while the temperature outside may not be hot, the housing market sure is. And yet if you are looking for a home,...

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The Best Time of Year to Buy a House

The home buying process is exciting! It’s a new beginning and a chance to turn a space into your own. But know that buying a house (and...

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This College Housing Alternative Could Be a Money-Maker

College life changed in 2020. The COVID pandemic forced students into remote learning scenarios all over the United States. As such, a...

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The Best Way to Search for Homes

With property inventory at a steady low, it is important that prospective home buyers know the very best ways to search for real estate.

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How Much Does It Really Cost to Own a Home?

Buying a home is no small endeavor. It can take months or years to save for such an investment, though entirely possible with the right...

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Is it Cheaper to Own Or Rent A House?

Is it cheaper to own or rent a house? This financial debate depends on your time horizon. Does your next living situation look like a...

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Preparing Your Finances For Your Next House

Buying a home is an expensive proposition. Down payments and closing costs can easily run into the tens of thousands of dollars — and that...

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Buying a Foreclosure

tumbling upon a foreclosure may feel like a lucky break when looking for a home, but it’s important to make sure your lucky break doesn’t...

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