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20 popular types of houses and home styles
We rounded up the most common types of houses and provided their key features, pros, cons and photos so you can find the home style that best fits you.
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8 tips for building equity in a home
Building equity in a home is good because it can provide many opportunities, and possibly profit. Read about the ways you can build equity in your home.
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Down payment assistance programs and grants: What they are and how they work
Need help buying a home? Explore the different types of down payment assistance programs and grants available to you today.
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What is Rocket.com?
Rocket.com creates a seamless experience to find, buy and manage your home in an easy-to-use, AI-driven platform, simplifying your homeownership journey.
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What is a timeshare and how does it work?
A timeshare is a vacation property ownership model with multiple individuals sharing usage rights. Learn more about how timeshares work.
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A guide for understanding home improvement loans
Home improvement loans can help you finance anything from a few cosmetic changes to a major renovation. Figure out what loan option is right for you.
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Investment property loans: What are they and what are your options?
Considering buying an investment property? Learn what an investment property is, the types of properties you can invest in and how to get financing through a lo...
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What is a lien and how does it work?
A lien gives a lender or creditor the ability to claim a property to pay off a debt. Learn how they work and about other types of property debt.
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What is a home warranty and how much does it cost?
A home warranty is a contract covering the repair or replacement of household appliances and home systems. Learn how it works and average plan prices.
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Buying a foreclosed home: Pros, cons and a step-by-step guide
Thinking about buying a foreclosed property? Check out our comprehensive guide to the process to see if buying a foreclosure might be right for you.
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How bankruptcy affects your mortgage: A guide
Wondering how bankruptcy affects a mortgage? Learn what happens to a mortgage if you file for bankruptcy and what it could mean for future home loans.
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How much home equity loan can you get?
How much home equity loan you can get depends on your home’s value and your mortgage balance. Here’s how to find out exactly how much you can take o...
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Escrow: What is it and how does it work?
Escrow is important to estate transactions, but what is it? Read our deep dive into escrow, how it works and why it matters when buying or selling a home.
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Refinancing your house after divorce: What you need to know
Refinancing after divorce is a good way to divide up property and remove one party’s name from the mortgage. Learn more about post-divorce refinances h...
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Escrow fees: What they cost and who pays them
Escrow fees ensure a secure exchange of funds between buyer, seller, lender and other parties. Read on to learn what they cost and who pays for them.
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How to get out of a mortgage
Knowing how to get out of a mortgage the right way can save you from financial ruin. Read our tips for digging yourself out of your mortgage mess.
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Mortgage servicing transferred? Here's what you should know
Have you received word that your mortgage servicing has been transferred? We’ll go over why this happens, what changes,’ and what to expect.
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Paying off your mortgage? Get your quote by phone
Are you looking to finally pay off your mortgage? Congratulations on the achievement! Here’s how you do it.
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