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Homeowners
The True Cost of Selling a Home: What to Expect
Discover the often-overlooked expenses of selling a home—from closing costs to repairs—that can quickly add up and impact your final profit.
Housing News
More Choices for Buyers Pushes Existing Home Sales to First Annual Increase in More than Three Years
Sales of existing homes rose 2.9% in October compared to the same month a year ago, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Homebuyers
Low Payments Now, High Costs Later: The Truth About Interest-Only Mortgages
Interest-only loans allow borrowers to pay just the interest on a loan for a set period. But then monthly mortgage payments may increase substantially.
Videos
How to Get 'Free Money' to Purchase a Home
Down payment assistance may help homebuyers purchase a home even if they don't have substantial savings.
Homebuyers
Fixer-Uppers: Affordable Dream Homes or Expensive Money Pits?
Fixer-uppers may be affordable options to get into pricier neighborhoods, but buyers could wind up spending much more than they anticipated on renovations.
Featured Articles
Homebuyers
How Much Home Can You Really Afford?
October 22, 2024
Before you start looking for your dream home, it's important to figure out what you can actually afford so you stay financially secure.
Videos
How to Get 'Free Money' to Purchase a Home
November 21, 2024
Down payment assistance may help homebuyers purchase a home even if they don't have substantial savings.
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