Getting Started
A Quick Guide to Property Tax Assessment for First-Time Homeowners
In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore what property tax assessment is, how it works, and what first-time homeowners need to know to navigate this aspect of homeownership effectively.
For many first-time homeowners, property taxes can seem like a daunting aspect of homeownership. Understanding the intricacies of property tax assessment is crucial for managing your finances and ensuring you meet your obligations as a property owner.
In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore what property tax assessment is, how it works, and what...
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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!
Refinancing
Refi Breakeven Point: How to Calculate Yours
A mortgage refinance takes money in the form of closing costs, so when does the saving start?
Refinancing
More Good Uses for a Cash-Out Refi (and One Bad Use)
The cash from a cash-out refinance can put you on stable footing to make smart moves with your money.
Buying a Home
How You Can Avoid Paying PMI
Putting 20% down is the surefire way to avoid PMI, but here are three other ways.
News & Views
Higher Rates, Lower Prices. The Housing Market Course Correction Is Here.
As sellers scramble, buyers suddenly find themselves in the catbird seat.
Buying a Home
Silver Linings Playbook: Why Higher Rates Are Actually Good for Homebuyers
It’s counterintuitive, sure. It also just so happens to be true.
Solar News
Senator's New Bill Means Big Solar Incentives, But Will It Pass?
Homeowners clamoring for more solar incentives may get their wish.
Solar News
Revealed: World's Biggest Solar Battery
Record-breaking storage technology extends the viability of utility-scale solar after dark.
Solar News
Will Biden’s Plan Really Cut 30% Off the Cost of Solar?
The White House claims Build Back Better will do just that.
Solar Basics
Can You Add a Battery to Your Existing Solar Energy System?
Everything you need to know about adding a battery after the fact.
Energy Saving Tips
4 Little Projects to Cut Energy Costs Throughout the House
Green guru shares money-saving tips from basement to attic.
