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How To Get Down Payment Assistance: Your Quick Guide

There are resources available to help you buy a home through loans, programs and more. Learn how you can find down payment assistance to become a homeowner.

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18 Useful Steps For Moving Out Of Your Parents’ House

Ready to move out of your parents’ house – but not sure how? Follow our guide for tips on how you can become a financially responsible first-time homeowner.

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Carla Ayers - Apr 11, 2024

Buying A House After Bankruptcy: What You Need To Know

If you’re wondering if you can buy a house after bankruptcy, the answer is yes. Follow our guide on how long it takes and how to get started on this process.

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Victoria Araj - Apr 10, 2024

Can A New Grad Buy A House? A Guide To Home Buying After College

Can a recent graduate get a mortgage and buy a house? Check out our guide to learn the challenges of home buying as a new grad, your loan options and more.

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Miranda Crace - Apr 10, 2024

Getting A Mortgage While You Have Student Loans

If you have student loans, you might be wondering if it’s still possible to get a mortgage for a new home. Here’s everything you need to know about the process.

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Rachel Burris - Apr 9, 2024

Buyer’s Market Vs. Seller’s Market: What Does Each Mean For You?

Wondering what the difference is between a buyer’s market and a seller’s market? Learn how they differ and how these market states affect buyers and sellers.

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Sarah Sharkey - Apr 4, 2024

How Much Should I Spend On Rent?

Are you wondering how much you should spend on rent? Read on to learn how to calculate how much rent you can afford and tips for making rent more affordable.

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Ashley Kilroy - Apr 4, 2024

How Much House Can You Afford With A VA Loan?

Are you wondering how much house you can afford with a VA loan? Use our VA loan affordability calculator and take a look at a few of the determining factors.

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Patrick Russo - Apr 4, 2024

How To Buy A Property That’s Not For Sale: A Guide

Are you wondering how to buy a property that’s not for sale, or if it’s even possible? Learn about how to discover and make offers on off-market properties.

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Victoria Araj - Apr 4, 2024

How Much Income Do I Need To Buy A House?

Debating if you have the funds to purchase a home? Learn how much income you’ll need to buy a house and what lenders consider when reviewing applications.

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Victoria Araj - Apr 4, 2024

How Much Should You Spend On A House? A Look At Income, Expenses And Mortgage Payments

Wondering how much you should spend on a house as you begin the home buying process? Learn what your budget should be based on your income and expenses.

A family inspecting or looking at a house, potentially in the context of home buying or renting.

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Michelle Banaszak - Apr 3, 2024

How Big Of A House Do You Need? Tips For Calculating Your Ideal Home Size

How big of a house do you need? Learn about the recommended square footage per person and other important factors to consider during your home search. 

From above, a picturesque small town with neat streets, lined with colorful buildings and surrounded by greenery under a clear sky.

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Kevin Graham - Apr 3, 2024

Housing Market Inflation: What You Need To Know

Inflation occurs when prices rise relative to the value of the dollar. Learn more about housing market inflation market plus tips for buying.   

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Carla Ayers - Apr 3, 2024

A Guide To The Housing Expense Ratio

Wondering how mortgage lenders calculate the housing expense ratio? Learn how to find your results by comparing your housing expenses to your pretax income. 

Aerial view of a suburb and culdesac in New Jersey.

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Victoria Araj - Mar 29, 2024

HOA Fees: What Are They And What Do They Cover?

Homeowners associations require members to pay fees to help cover the cost of maintaining common areas in the community. Learn more about how HOA fees are used.

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Home Buying - 4-MINUTE READ

Kevin Graham - Mar 26, 2024

Federal Reserve Press Release In Plain English – March 2023

It’s been a wild month in the financial sector. Find out how the Federal Reserve reacted in their latest meeting on interest rates.

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Kevin Graham - Mar 26, 2024

Federal Reserve Press Release In Plain English – February 2023

The Federal Reserve raised the target for the federal funds rate by 0.25%. Get the details on this and where members see interest rates headed in the future.

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Kevin Graham - Mar 26, 2024

Federal Reserve Press Release In Plain English – May 2023

Continued stress in the banking sector and some mixed economic signals have characterized the last few weeks. How did the Federal Reserve react?