Christian Allred
Contributing writer
Christian Allred has been a professional writer since 2020. After honing his skills as a ghostwriter for an SEO agency, he started focusing on covering residential and commercial real estate. Since then, he’s written for some of the industry’s top brands and publications, including Rocket Mortgage, PropStream, Agora, Buildium, Propmodo, and CRE Daily. He’s also written about personal finance for publications like Rocket Money and Investopedia. In 2025, he launched a boutique content marketing agency called CRE Writer.
Recent Articles
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Home Mortgage Disclosure Act: Defined and explained
The Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) requires lenders to report on its lending activities to the public. Learn more about the HMDA and how it works.
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Buying by state: This is the average mortgage payment in Pennsylvania
The average mortgage payment varies by state. What is the average mortgage payment in Pennsylvania? Estimate what you might pay for a home in Pennsylvania.
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Buying a house with unpermitted work: What you need to know
Buying a house with unpermitted work requires extra steps. Learn about the risks, how it affects financing and insurance, and ways to protect your investment.
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How economic occupancy can help you maximize rental income
Economic occupancy helps real estate investors see whether their properties’ earnings match the full income potential. Find out about this key metric here...
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A guide to moving cross-country
When moving across the country, there are steps you can take to help the process go smoothly. Explore our guide for tips on how to move across the country.
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Buying a house in the military: The ultimate guide
You can buy a home while serving in the military with planning and the right loan. Learn how VA loans and real estate tips can help service members buy a hom...
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What are HUD homes, and how do you buy one?
Are you considering buying a foreclosed home? Use this guide to learn about HUD homes and discover why they can be better than conventional foreclosures.
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Does mortgage preapproval affect your credit score?
Worried that getting preapproved for a mortgage will hurt your credit score? Learn how preapproval impacts your credit, including how much and for how long.
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Pest inspection: Is it a requirement to get a mortgage?
A pest inspection may be required or advisable when buying a home. Learn when a pest inspection is needed and what a pest inspector will look for.
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