(updated 11/28/24) Owning a home is a cornerstone of the American dream, and for most, a mortgage is the golden key to making that dream a reality. But before you start picking out paint swatches and moving boxes, there’s a critical number you need to understand: your...
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Homebuying Quiz: Are You Ready to Buy a Home?
(Updated 11/28/24) Are you ready to ace your homeownership journey? Take this "Do You Know How to Buy a House" Quiz! Buying a house is an exciting milestone, but it's also a complex process. Before you embark on your homeownership adventure, test your knowledge with...
Demystifying Closing Day: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Homeownership
(updated 4/30/25) You’ve Made It to the Finale (Cue the Confetti) You toured homes until they all blurred together. You submitted offers. You won the bidding war (or survived the counteroffer dance). You secured your loan. And now? Closing day. This is the grand...
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Happy 1-Year Homeownership! Here’s How to Make the Most of Year Two
Celebrating 365 Days in Your Own Space A year ago, you got the keys, snapped...
How to Use Home Equity Wisely in Today’s Market
A quick reality check: your home is both a place and a balance sheet Equity is...
How Often Should You Check Your Home’s Value?
Introduction: Your Home’s Value Isn’t Just a Number — It’s a Story If you own...
What Happens After Due Diligence Ends?
So, You Survived Due Diligence — Now What? If you're breathing a little easier...
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