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As pricey as a big city: Home values in America’s most expensive towns

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The town-and-country lifestyle is often depicted as simple, idyllic and inexpensive compared to big-city living — especially when it comes to housing costs. But is this …

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The best cheap places to live in Portugal

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Are you dreaming about starting a new chapter of your life in the beautiful Portugal? Well, you’re not alone. Portugal has been gaining popularity as an …

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How to become a landlord: Blueprint to buy your first rental property

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I love passive streams of income from real estate, and property appreciation for that matter. But before you learn how to become a landlord, you need …

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Six things I wish I knew before moving to Italy from the United States

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When moving to Italy, there are always aspects of the Italian culture you can’t foresee and some you may never understand. Italy has tons of unwritten …

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6 ways to find expired real estate listings

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In hot real estate markets, many properties listed for sale receive offers within hours or days of listing. When my wife and I were house hunting …

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The best of both worlds: 5 of the best places to live near Rome Italy

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Rome is an amazing city to live in, with so much to offer: ancient architecture, renaissance art, and all the modern comforts and conveniences of a …

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Where’s the cheapest real estate in the U.S.? Should you buy it?

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Not thrilled that the median U.S. home costs $436,400 in 2023? Everyone loves a deal, a chance to get more for their money. Look no further …

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How much are home equity loan closing costs?

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Tapping your home equity to remodel your kitchen or consolidate your credit card debt can be a great option — but don’t forget about closing costs. …

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Can you use a business loan to buy rental properties?

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When you need financing to buy a home, you look for a home loan. When you need financing for a small business, you might look for …

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Best places to retire in Cyprus for golf players, artists, beach goers and more

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Cyprus is a favorite place to retire for people from three continents thanks to its strategic location and the warmest weather in Europe. The Republic of Cyprus, …

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Balloon mortgages: What they are & how they work

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A balloon mortgage allows you to enjoy low monthly payments for several years — with a big catch. Your final payment amount “balloons” sharply, potentially leaving …

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How to transfer a rental property to an LLC

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If you’re new to real estate investing—and especially as you grow your portfolio of rental properties—sooner or later you’ll be faced with a choice about how …

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The best places to live in Portugal for families

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Portugal, with its sun-kissed beaches, colorful culture, and welcoming locals, is a very popular country to move abroad for expat families. Whether you’re drawn by the …

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Keep your eyes peeled! These are the hidden costs of low-end rentals that don’t show up in cash flow calculations you need to watch out for

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When I first started buying rental properties, I had no idea how to calculate rental cash flow. I just assumed the cash flow was “the rent …

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Best places to live in Portugal for English-speakers

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Portugal has become one of Europe’s top countries to move to for English speakers seeking a new place to call home. With its warm climate, hospitality …

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Shopping around for a mortgage could help borrowers save more than $84,000 over their loans’ lifetime

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Though today’s relatively high mortgage rates have made homebuying considerably more expensive than during the height of the pandemic, shopping around for a mortgage and comparing …

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Best places to live in Europe 2023

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Selecting the ideal European city to settle in is undoubtedly a complex undertaking. For those contemplating a move to Europe, the cost of living is a …

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Less for more: new-home sizes have decreased nationwide, while prices per square foot have jumped 95%

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Though they’ve come down somewhat from their pandemic highs, home prices are still steep, especially compared to 10 years earlier. While some of the extra money …

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Black homebuyers in 50 largest US metros 1.6 times more likely to be denied for mortgage than overall population

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Black Americans often face significant homeownership barriers, including lenders denying their mortgage applications. A LendingTree analysis of 2022 Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) data finds that …

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Home prices are falling fastest in these states

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Home values in some states began to fall at the end of last year and may continue to drop, according to the latest data from the …

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Home Depot has a tiny home kit with a spiral staircase for under $45K

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The tiny home trend continues to make big waves in popular culture as more people seek ways to scale down and simplify their lives. By living …

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10 countries where Americans buy property abroad

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With high volatility in the U.S. housing market, a  strong dollar, and the normalization of remote work, interest in buying real estate abroad is higher than …

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One of legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s last works is up for grabs

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Here’s a treat for architecture lovers everywhere: a mid-century masterpiece that bears the signature of architect extraordinaire, Frank Lloyd Wright, is now up for grabs in New …

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Thinking of selling your home? Now may be the exact right time

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If you’ve been waiting on listing your home, here’s some motivation to get going: we’ve officially entered the prime period to sell. On a national level, …

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Are you living in one of America’s happiest states?

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Americans are not a notably happy people. In annual rankings, the United States never finishes in the top 10; without fail, it’s put to shame by …

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Step inside Mark Wahlberg’s $79M mansion

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With an estimated net worth of $400 million, Mark Wahlberg is one of Hollywood’s richest stars. The actor first broke into the public scene back in …

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Step inside the most expensive home in Toronto

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Known for its sky-high real estate prices, glamorous condos, and vibrant business, technology and entertainment scene, Toronto is often in its own league. Rivaled only by Vancouver’s …

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First-time homebuyer assistance programs in Alabama

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  First-time buyers faced rising prices leading into midyear, but some of them might be able to find their sweet home in Alabama with assistance. The …

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Kansas first-time homebuyer assistance programs

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  Though their housing market is generally known for being more affordable than most, first-time homebuyers in Kansas are facing many of the same challenges as …

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First-time homebuyer assistance programs in Utah

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  It would be tough to pick a more pleasant place than Utah to buy a home, whether you’re into enjoying the great outdoors or prefer …