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Compound interest: What it is and how it’s calculated

Compound interest is the money you earn on the interest that accrues on an account, investment or loan. Learn how to calculate compound interest and more here.

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Debt-to-income ratio (DTI): What it is and how to calculate it

Your debt-to-income ratio (DTI) measures your total income against any debt you have. Learn what a good DTI is, how to calculate it and how to lower it.

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Buying a house with low income: Loan options, tips, and step-by-step guide

Becoming a homeowner can be more than a dream for buyers with low incomes. See what programs and strategies can help when buying a house with a low income.

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Can I change my real estate agent if I’m dissatisfied?

Breaking up with your real estate agent is never an easy task. Read our article to learn what your legal limitations are and how to tell them you chose someone else.

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RentRewards helps renters become homeowners

Are you looking to stop paying a landlord and finally have a place of your own? RentRewards turns your monthly rent into a credit toward closing costs.

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Amrock is now Rocket Close℠

Amrock, the nationwide title, mortgage settlement, and appraisal management company, is now Rocket Close.

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