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Why Home Buyers Should Act on Low Mortgage Rates Now

Mortgage interest rates have been steadily rising and are poised to climb even higher this year. When they do, the cost of buying a home will rise as well. This could make today’s buyer’s market challenging for some prospective purchasers—particularly first-time buyers who might have to settle for smaller abodes, fixer-uppers and homes farther out…

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March 12, 2018
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Why Your Commute Time Should Factor into Your Home Buying Plans

Although it might be tempting to ignore a long commute to snag an otherwise perfect home, your commute time should take high priority during your house hunt if you work at an office. Here, Realtor.com shows you how to factor your commute into your home-buying process so you can decide where you want to live. Home prices If…

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January 8, 2018
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Factors That Can Influence Home Buying

A home reflects its owner’s personality, tastes and values. So, because individuals are unique and have their own idea of what’s important when choosing a home, Redfin decided to compare and contrast what different types of home buyers care about when choosing a place to call home. Redfin surveyed more than 1,000 Americans on the features and factors…

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January 2, 2018
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Five Questions to Ask the Neighbors Before Purchasing a Home

You’ve found a home and are ready to make an offer. You’ve even checked out the local crime rates and schools. But you still should get an accurate feel for the neighborhood by talking to the people who will be living next door to you and your family day in and day out. After all,…

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November 27, 2017
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Find a Home That Suits Your Zodiac Sign

Ever thought about buying a house based on your zodiac sign? Whether you’re a fiery go-getter of an airy dreamer, Zillow shows you how to find a residence with all of the different types of home features you likely will gravitate to. Have fun with this interesting perspective that just might help you wind up with the…

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October 30, 2017
Read more about the article Realtor.com Survey Indicates Haunted Homes Don’t Always Have to be a Deal Breaker
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Realtor.com Survey Indicates Haunted Homes Don’t Always Have to be a Deal Breaker

Since Halloween is just around the corner, we thought it would be appropriate to bring you the results of Realtor.com’s newly released Haunted Real Estate survey. According to the results, many respondents said they would be more than open to living with ghosts year-round, especially if a few bumps in the night leads to more…

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October 16, 2017
Read more about the article Five Important Things to Know About Buying a House
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Five Important Things to Know About Buying a House

A lot of money, thought and preparation go into acquiring real estate. Since it likely is not a purchase you make often, Realtor.com offers these tips to help guide you through the home-buying procedure and save you from some unnecessary stress in the process. 1. Know what you can afford before you start looking Finding the ideal home would…

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September 18, 2017
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Should You Buy a Fixer-Upper?

Many home buyers fantasize about purchasing a run-down shack and transforming it into a palace. But should you actually do it? Fixer-uppers aren’t for everyone, and here, Realtor.com offers six factors to consider if this type of house is right for you. Fixer-uppers are bargains One of the most obvious reasons to purchase a fixer-upper…

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August 23, 2017
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How Much Mortgage Can You Afford?

Just because lender lets you borrow the maximum possible amount on a mortgage, that doesn’t mean you should take them up on the offer. Wondering how much of your monthly income to comfortably spend on your home? Trulia shows how to crunch your own numbers first to determine how much mortgage you can afford. Calculate your…

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August 14, 2017
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The Pros and Cons of Buying a House Without Your Spouse

There are plenty of reasons to ponder the possibility of buying a house without your spouse. Basically, this means that although you two might live in the home together, only you would technically “take title” to the property—a fancy way to say that you own it and have your name on the deed. It’s legal—and more common than you…

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July 26, 2017