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Average closing costs in Ohio
Closing costs in Ohio are lower than the national average. However, it's still important to know how much to expect to pay. Learn how much closing costs are ...
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How to buy a house in Pennsylvania
Thinking of moving to the Keystone State? Here’s what buyers should know about the market and how to prepare to buy a house in Pennsylvania.
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How to make an offer on a house in 5 steps
You’re approved for a loan, you’ve found the perfect home, and you’re ready to put in an offer. Learn the five steps in making an offer on ...
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How to buy a new house before you sell yours
Wondering how to buy a house before selling yours? Learn here how to buy a house without moving from your current home.
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How long it takes to buy a house: A purchase timeline from preapproval to closing
Wondering how long it takes to buy a house? You can expect the process to take about 2 – 3 months. Check out how this timeline breaks down from start to f...
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What is a home appraisal and how much does it cost?
A home appraisal determines the value of a home. Learn how this process works for those who are buying, selling or refinancing a home.
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How you can change homeowners insurance with escrow
Want to change your homeowners insurance? Read through our step-by-step guide on how to change your homeowners insurance with an escrow account.
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Home title theft: What you should know and how to prevent it?
Home title theft is when someone steals a homeowner’s identity to illegally transfer their title. Learn how to prevent home title theft and protect your h...
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8 tax deductions for homeowners: Your breaks and benefits
If you own your home, you can save money when on income tax by deducting specific expenses. Get the most value from your home with these 8 tax deductions.
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How to buy a home in Washington
Are you looking for a house in the Evergreen State? Buying a home in Washington can be complicated, but the Rocket Mortgage guide is here to walk you through it...
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Average closing costs in Illinois
Closing costs in Illinois are about 19% higher in comparison to those in other states. Find out what costs to expect to pay when closing on a house in Illinois.
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What home improvements are tax-deductible? IRS rules and eligible upgrades
Are home improvements tax-deductible? Learn what improvements you can deduct from your taxes, what counts as a capital improvement, and how the IRS decides.
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How much does it cost to build a house?
Wondering how much it costs to build a house? Learn more about house building prices and explore your options.
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How to buy a house in Virginia
Thinking of moving to Virginia? Here’s what buyers should know about the housing market in Virginia and how to prepare to buy a property in the state.
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A buyer's home inspection checklist
Inspections verify the safety and integrity of a buyer’s future home. Here’s a buyer’s home inspection checklist with all the key informati...
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What is a seller’s pre-inspection?
As a seller, you might order a pre-inspection before listing your home to address any repairs and help prevent negotiations with buyers. Find out how it works.
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The pros and cons of buying a house
The more you know about the pros and cons of buying a house, the easier it’ll be to make the right decision for you. Check out our guide to learn more....
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How to buy a house in South Carolina
Are you thinking about buying a house in South Carolina? Learn about the local real estate market, popular cities, and how to buy a home in this state.
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