Home Buying
What Is a Buyer's Agent? How They Help Homebuyers
What Is a Buyer's Agent? How They Help Homebuyers
Perhaps one of the most essential choices you can make in the home-buying process is deciding whether to employ an agent to represent the buyer in the sale. Describe what the role of a buyer's agent usually is and how they might be able to assist you in the process, which, whether it is your first time buying a home or not, is so integral. In a rea...
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Getting Started
Escrow in Real Estate Explained
Find out the meaning of “escrow” in real estate terminology, how it works, and the process when you buy a house.
Home Buying
The Importance of Real Estate Agents in the Housing Market
Most people looking to buy or sell a property could use the help of a professional who understands the market.
Refinance
Pros and Cons of HELOC vs. Refinance
Both a HELOC and a cash-out refinance help homeowners by converting equity into cash.
Getting Started
A Guide to Property Surveys: Acquisition and Pricing
Curious about what a property survey is? We'll cover the basics around property surveys, how they work, how much they cost, and more important details.
Home Loans
Buyer's Guide: What Is a VA Loan?
Read about all the varieties and benefits of VA loans and who is eligible.
Buying a Home
9 Steps to Determine How Much to Offer on a House
Purchasing a house can be overwhelming, and determining how much to offer can be one of the most challenging aspects of the home-buying journey. You don't want to pay too much and end up in debt, but you also don't want to offer too little and lose out on your dream home. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to help determine how much to offer on a house. Step 1: Research the Market The first step to determining how much to offer on a house is to research the local housing market. Star
Home Buying
Assumable Mortgages Explained: The Appeal and the Pros and Cons
Becoming a homeowner by taking over someone's mortgage can be especially beneficial in times of high interest rates.
Home Loans
What Is Pre-Foreclosure and How Does It Work?
In this early stage of foreclosure, homeowners have several options to save their home.
Getting Started
Seller Financing: How It Works, Pros And Cons, And If It’s A Right Move For You
Gain a better understanding of seller financing, how it works, and the pros and cons from a buyer and seller perspective.
Buying a Home
Identifying a Property With Better Short-Term Rental Potential
How to pick a winning vacation rental and what to do if yours isn't generating the income you expected.
Buying a Home
Mortgage Broker, Mortgage Banker, or Loan Officer? What's the Right Call?
The differences can be subtle but crucial. Here’s what you need to know.
Refinancing
When Can I Refinance My Home?
Discover the best time to refinance your home and the perks of doing it.
Equity & Value
Make Your Home Renovations Come True With Cash-Out Refinancing
Cash-out refinancing could be your chance to complete your home renovation checklist.
Equity & Value
Four Proven Ways to Build Home Equity Quickly
Owning more and owing less is the heart of home equity, and here are proven ways to tilt the seesaw in your favor faster.
Green Living
Could You Possibly Live a Carbon-Negative Lifestyle?
As if living carbon-neutral weren't challenge enough, could you (or anyone) actually live carbon-negative?
Solar News
Solar Outshines Nuclear for First Time in U.S. History
Wind provides the assist for renewables to blow by legacy power systems.
Solar Basics
7 Surprising Facts About Solar Energy
Is a renewable energy system right for your home?
Green Living
Off-Grid Living Reality Check
Total independence is a lofty goal, but some dependencies are worth every penny.
Energy Saving Tips
5 Ways to Naturally Cool Your Home in Summer
Beat the heat without breaking the bank.
