If you’re looking to break into homeownership but the price of single-family homes has you second-guessing, you might want to consider a condominium (condo) or townhome. These types of homes often come with a lower barrier to entry – and that can help you start to build equity and enjoy the benefits ... » Learn More about Why a Condo Could Be Your Perfect First Home
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Buying Beats Renting in These Top Cities
Some HighlightsBased on a recent study, in 22 of the top 50 metros, the monthly mortgage payment is lower than the rent payment.Make sure you work with a pro who can help you crunch the numbers and see how your city stacks up. This may be your opportunity to forget renting for good. If you want to ... » Learn More about Buying Beats Renting in These Top Cities
The Ripple Effect: How Selling Your Home Affects Your Community and Future Buyers
(Guest post.) Have you ever wondered about the possible outcomes of your real estate sale beyond just signing the dotted line and handing over the keys of your old home to its new owners? Well, little does anyone know, selling your home isn’t just a personal, keep-it-to-yourself thing – it sends ... » Learn More about The Ripple Effect: How Selling Your Home Affects Your Community and Future Buyers
How Much Does It Cost To Sell My House?
If you’re toying with the idea of selling your house, you’re probably wondering how much it’ll cost. To be honest, the final number will depend on several factors like the offer you accept, if you help with your buyer’s closing costs, how many repairs you tackle, and more.So, to give you a ballpark ... » Learn More about How Much Does It Cost To Sell My House?
Two Reasons Why the Housing Market Won’t Crash
You may have heard chatter recently about the economy and talk about a possible recession. It's no surprise that kind of noise gets some people worried about a housing market crash. Maybe you’re one of them. But here’s the good news – there’s no need to panic. The housing market is not set up for a ... » Learn More about Two Reasons Why the Housing Market Won’t Crash