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How To Sell A House By Owner

Home Buying - 9-minute read

Jamie Johnson - February 07, 2024

Interested in FSBO? In this article, you’ll learn how to sell a house by owner, the pros and cons of that decision and FSBO mistakes to avoid.

Do Oil Prices Affect Mortgage Rates?

Mortgage Basics - 3-minute read

Jamie Johnson - January 29, 2024

Oil prices are one of many factors that affect mortgage rates. Learn more about how oil prices indirectly affect mortgage rates in the U.S.

Do You Need Renters Insurance? Factors To Consider

4-minute read

Jamie Johnson - January 23, 2024

Do you need renters insurance? Some landlords don’t require it, but that doesn’t mean you don’t need it. Learn when renters insurance can be a good idea.

Buying Section 8 Housing: The Homeownership Voucher Program

Mortgage Basics - 6-minute read

Jamie Johnson - December 21, 2023

The Section 8 Housing program provides low-income, disabled and elderly individuals with safe and sanitary shelter. Learn more about how Section 8 works.

Gifting Property: Your Options Explained

Home Buying - 6-minute read

Jamie Johnson - December 20, 2023

You’re on a lifelong quest to make your child’s life better than your own. Learn how to gift real estate equity to your loved one in both life and death.

2023 Choice Home Warranty Review And FAQs

Home Buying - 8-minute read

Jamie Johnson - December 20, 2023

Here’s everything you need to know about Choice Home Warranty. We’ll discuss cost, plans, reviews, pros and cons and any other questions you may have.

A Guide To Applying For A Home Loan While Pregnant

4-minute read

Jamie Johnson - May 16, 2023

Are you wondering if maternity leave may affect your ability to get a mortgage? Here's what you need to know about applying for a home loan while pregnant.

What Do Credit Repair Companies Do And What Are 2023’s Best Credit Repair Companies?

Mortgage Basics - 5-minute read

Jamie Johnson - May 01, 2023

Credit repair companies can help you repair mistakes on your credit report when you’re preparing to buy a house. Learn about the best credit repair companies.

Home Staging: What You Need To Know Before Selling Your Home

6-minute read

Jamie Johnson - February 20, 2023

Home staging is when you rearrange and redecorate the interior design of a house to sell it. Learn how to stage your house and the cost of hiring a professional.

What Is A Listing Agreement?

Home Buying - 4-minute read

Jamie Johnson - February 19, 2023

A listing agreement is a contract between a property owner and a real estate broker. See how this contract allows the broker to find potential buyers.

Are Closing Costs Negotiable?

Home Buying - 7-minute read

Jamie Johnson - January 12, 2023

When buying a house, it’s important to know that closing costs are negotiable. Read this article to learn what fees are negotiable and how to bring them down.