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Home Finance and Ownership

Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or searching for a vacation property, let our expert advice guide you through the (often confusing) home-buying process. Mortgage rates, inspections, insurance—we'll demystify it all.
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Best Places to Buy a Waterfront Vacation Home in the U.S.
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The Most Affordable Beach Towns for Homebuyers in 2023, According to Realtor.com
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These Are the Most Expensive Neighborhoods in the U.S., According to Zillow Data
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7 Things to Know Before Buying a Home By Yourself
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Factors That May Impact the Real Estate Market in 2023 (and Should You Buy or Sell?)
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Zillow Finds 84% of First-Time Home Sellers Have Regrets—Here Are Their Top 4 Mistakes
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10 Early Steps to Take Before You Decide to Buy a Home
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You're Not Spending Enough Time Searching for a Mortgage Lender
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How to Buy a House Without Regretting It
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The Housing Market Has Drastically Changed—Here's How to Adapt as a Buyer
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Is Now a Good Time to Buy a New Home?
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How to Start Planning to Buy a Home When You’re in Your 20s
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Should You Buy a Second Home First?
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Do You Really Need a Real Estate Agent to Sell Your House? 6 Times When You Don't
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Should You Ever Lowball a Home Offer?
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6 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Deciding to Move—So You Can Prepare Yourself and Your Wallet
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Barndominiums Are Potentially Cheaper and More Energy Efficient Than Standard Homes—Should You Buy One?
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Buying a House? Don't Be Fooled By These Home Staging Tricks
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Should You Help Your Kids or Grandkids Buy a House?
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Why Are Adjustable-Rate Mortgages So Popular Again?
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4 Neutral Paint Colors That Add Value to Your Home
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8 Common Regrets Homebuyers Have—and How to Avoid Them
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Should You Buy a House With Cash? Here's What to Consider
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These 7 Features Will Boost Your Home's Value in 2022, According to Zillow
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6 Things Not Covered by Homeowners Insurance
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Should You Buy Land and Build Your Own House?
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5 Questions to Ask Your Mortgage Broker
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Do You Really Need That 20% Down Payment on a House?
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Yes, Trees Can Boost Your Property Value—Here Are 10 Varieties to Consider
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10 Home Upgrades and Improvements That Really Pay Off
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Eco-Friendly Upgrades That Will Increase Your Home's Value
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What's the Difference Between a Mortgage Broker, Lender, and Loan Officer?
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6 U.S. Islands Where You Can Buy a Home for Under $150k
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If You're a Renter, Your Credit Rating May Be More Important Than Ever
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Why (and How) You Should Be Buying a Vacation Home
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10 Projects You Should Always Tackle Before Selling Your House
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This Complete Home Inspection Checklist for Buyers Can Save You Money
Is It Better to Rent or Buy a House? How to Know Which Is Best for You
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Thinking of Downsizing? Consider One of These Affordable Alternative Homes
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Is Renting a Home Really a Waste of Money? Experts Weigh In
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Mistakes to Avoid if You Own Rental Properties
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How Much Money You Need to Buy a House—Beyond the Down Payment
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'Just Bid the Most'—and Other Home-Buying Mistakes to Avoid
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A Guide to Home Inspections and Their Costs
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How to Buy a House Without Regretting It
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Can You Write Off Your Home Office?
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Carpeting Can Actually Add Value to Your Home—Here's How
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How to Budget for Maintenance and Repairs When Buying a Home
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What Women Real Estate Investors Need to Know
3 Tips to Make Your Offer Stand Out in a Hot Real Estate Market
HOA Red Flags to Watch Out For
5 HOA Red Flags to Watch Out For
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What to Do When Homebuyers' Remorse Hits
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Why It's Time to Update Your Home Insurance
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Are HOA Fees Worth It? This Guide Will Help You Decide
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5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Buying (and Restoring) an Old House
8 Features Homebuyers Are Demanding in 2021
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How Much Value Does a Pool Really Add to Your Home?
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2 Factors That May Impact the Real Estate Market in 2022
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4 Steps You Must Take If You Want to Buy a House in the Next Year
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In a Hyper-Competitive Housing Market, Down Payment and Credit Score Are Critical—Here's Why
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How to Bargain With Your Real Estate Agent on Their 6% Commission
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The #1 Thing You Need to Ask Yourself Before You Buy a House
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Why I Never Want to Buy a House