How much house can I afford?
Lower home prices and interest rates make this a great time to buy a house. But figuring out exactly how much house you can afford can be tricky. A lot of variables…
Practical Advice For Homebuyers
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Zillow.com can give you a quick view of houses for sale (and more)
Zillow.com is a popular online tool many buyers and sellers use to ‘zestimate’ current home values. You type in an address, and Zillow provides an estimate on the home’s value (whether it’s…
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Google real estate helps you create a map of homes for sale
Most of us are using Google multiple times a day to look up information online. But did you know you can use Google Maps to find homes for sale? Google added real…
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Homebuyer tips: Top things to look for in a home inspection
Once your offer on a home has been accepted, it’s time to have a licensed home inspector give the property a close look. You should tag along on the inspection, notebook in…
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What is a lease to buy option in real estate
A difficult real estate market often forces buyers and sellers to get creative with financing. One example of this that I see occasionally is a lease to buy agreement. Let’s say you’re trying…
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What Does Sale Pending Mean in Real Estate?
What does Sale Pending mean in real estate? Does it mean the home is totally unobtainable? Or does an interested buyer still have a chance? Here’s what you should know to decide…
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What Does Sale Pending Mean in Real Estate?
"Sale pending" generally means that all contingencies have been removed and that the buyer is moving toward closing. But that doesn't mean it's necessarily a done deal. Here’s what you need to know…
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What to Do if a Home Seller Rejects Your Offer
You've got your heart set on a particular home. But for whatever reason, the seller just isn't into you. It happens all the time, of course. The seller has every right to turn up…
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The Pros and Cons of Buying a Starter Home
It was typical for baby boomers, when they were young, to buy a modest, small “starter home.” As their families grew and careers advanced, they moved into bigger, better homes. Today, many people struggle to…
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Tips to Avoid Last-Minute Home Price Negotiations
It's been months of searching. At last, you've finally found your dream home, and you've come to terms with the seller. But you're not home yet, as there can still be another round…
