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By Craig Johnson

Is Your Divorce Public Record?

The realities of (and alternatives to) your divorce records being open to public view.

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Today, divorce is hardly what it used to be, a shameful event that families kept secret and neighbors whispered about. We have incorporated divorce into our understanding of marriage: Sometimes a marriage doesn't work out and there's good reason to end it and move on. Nonetheless, you may not want the neighbors to know about your divorce. Potential...
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Getting Started

What Is a Warranty Deed—Top Things You Should Know

Find out what a warranty deed is, learn the benefits, and see if it’s the right real estate move for you.
Major Purchase

Tax Lien Investing Explained

In many states you can buy the right to collect someone's tax debt and charge high interest, but proceed with caution.
Getting Started

How to Find Out Who Owns a Property

Are you trying to find out the ownership details of a particular home or property? We discuss numerous avenues to determine a property's owner.
Home Loan

How Do I Get a USDA Home Loan?

Discover if a USDA home loan is right for you and if you qualify.
Mortgage Refinance

Can You Refinance an FHA Loan?

Despite the unique features of an FHA loan, refinancing one is a lot like a conventional loan.
Home Loans

FHA Loans vs. Conventional Loans: Key Differences

We explain the many differences between FHA loans a conventional home loans.
Home Buying

Joint Tenancy With Right of Survivorship: What to Know

Set yourself up for a smoother transfer of a home in trying times by signing on for joint tenancy with right of survivorship.
Buying a Home

What Does Contingent Mean in Real Estate?

If you’ve ever wondered what contingency means in real estate terms, you’re in the right place. Read on to find out more.
Getting Started

What Is Digital Real Estate?

Find out what digital real estate is and if you should start investing!
Home Buying

Grantee vs Grantor in Real Estate Explained

Grantee vs grantor simplified. We explain these common real estate roles.
Fundamentals

Deed Vs. Title: What Are the Differences?

When buying or selling real estate, the terms ‘deed’ and ‘title’ are often used interchangeably.
Fundamentals

7 Expert Tips on Home Staging to Sell Faster

Help your home stand out with this proven advice for attracting more potential buyers and selling faster.
Buying a Home

Everything You Need to Know About VA Loans

Understanding how a VA loan works will help determine if it’s the right mortgage for your home purchase.

Your Refinancing Options If You Have Bad Credit

We think everyone deserves a chance to refinance their home mortgage.
Buying a Home

Can You Increase Your Preapproval Amount?

When the right homes always seem just out of reach, here’s how to get preapproved for a bigger mortgage.
Solar Basics

What to Expect for Installation

Every year, solar panel installation gets simpler and faster, but it still requires the expertise of an electrician who has solar installation training.
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.
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