Category: Home Buying
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November 11, 2022
Are people really buying homes through social media?
Sales Have Stalled With the average national mortgage rate hovering around 7%, the housing market, which was on fire during 2020 and 2021, is finally …
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November 8, 2022
You could live in Gwyneth Paltrow’s childhood home for $17.5M
As one of the most successful women in Hollywood, it seems like there’s nothing Gwyneth Paltrow can’t do. From starring in the biggest Marvel blockbusters to …
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November 6, 2022
Vermont’s new homebuyer assistance programs & grants
The Green Mountain State is a nature lover’s paradise with forests, lakes, and mountains. Along with its natural beauty, it’s also the safest state in …
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November 5, 2022
First-time homebuyer in North Dakota? Here’s where to find help
Thinking about moving to North Dakota? The state has a lot going for it. In addition to tons of open space, gorgeous landscapes, and a …
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November 4, 2022
$10M ‘house of sin’ in Hollywood has its own casino & night club
An 8-story Hollywood Hills home with eclectic interiors and a party-ready setup is looking for its newest fun-loving owners. With a unique set of amenities — …
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October 30, 2022
Wyoming first-time homebuyers’ assistance programs
People are drawn to the Cowboy State for its wide open spaces, mountains, rivers, and small towns. Zillow put the typical value of a …
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October 29, 2022
First-time homebuyers’ assistance programs in West Virginia
With its proximity to Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Pittsburgh, West Virginia is quickly becoming a popular place to live. The Mountain State also has some …
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October 27, 2022
Sandra Bullock is selling her 91-acre compound & orchards
Almost 30 years after her breakthrough role as Keanu Reeves‘ co-star in the action thriller Speed, Sandra Bullock is one of the biggest names in Hollywood. With her …
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October 25, 2022
The world’s most at-risk cities for a housing bubble
Canadian city Toronto was found to have the highest risk of a housing bubble developing in a recent survey released by investment bank UBS. Other cities at a …
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October 23, 2022
Nevada first-time homebuyer programs
The Silver State is living up to its glitzy name, but for now the prized commodity may be real estate. Home sales prices rose …
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October 22, 2022
First-time homebuyer assistance programs in Georgia
Georgia, one of the fast-growing Southeastern states, continued to see its real estate prices rise in 2022. The median sales price in the Peach …
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October 14, 2022
Helpful assistance programs for first-time homebuyers in Indiana
The median home sales price in Indiana rose 11.8% year-over-year by April 2022, according to Redfin, to nearly $255,000. This represents an annual increase of …
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October 13, 2022
6 steps to buying a foreclosed home
If you scan real estate websites, you’ve likely noticed homes listed as foreclosures or bank-owned properties. Some of the prices might look good, but buying and …
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October 13, 2022
Is it really OK to use your 401(k) to buy a home?
Withdrawing money from a 401(k) to buy a house may be allowed by your company-sponsored plan, but this tactic is not always advisable, especially for …
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October 13, 2022
Why October is the best month for buying a new home
As the weather cools, so can the housing market. And that could mean big savings for house hunters — especially those planning to buy in …
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October 10, 2022
19 cities with great jobs & affordable homes
People love to rank cities. The most livable, the fastest-growing, and even the top places for food trucks. But as affordability becomes an increasing concern for first-time …
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October 3, 2022
The pros & cons of buying a short-term rental property
Have you ever considered buying a vacation property for a short-term rental? I think it’s a pretty common idea. And in a perfect world, it …
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October 2, 2022
Guide to first-time homebuyer assistance programs in Kentucky
The housing market is booming in the Bluegrass State. According to Redfin, the median home price in Kentucky went from $219,800 in April 2021 …
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October 2, 2022
Delaware first-time homebuyers’ assistance programs
By May 2022, the median home price in Delaware had risen by 18.6% year-over-year, according to Redfin. During that same period, the average mortgage rate …
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October 1, 2022
A first-time homebuyers’ guide to Michigan
With Detroit’s revitalization, the resort towns on the shores of the Great Lakes, and the proximity to wilderness in the Upper Peninsula, Michigan real estate …
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October 1, 2022
A first-time homebuyers’ guide to assistance programs in Idaho
The Gem State’s relatively affordable and attractive housing has been luring both local first-time homebuyers and residents from nearby high-cost states like California for years, …
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September 28, 2022
Want to buy a second home? Read this first
Buying your first home is one of the best financial decisions you can make. So when you find the perfect vacation spot, decide you want …
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September 25, 2022
How to afford a first home in Ohio
Real estate competition has been brewing in the Buckeye State, as everywhere else. The median sales price for a home in Ohio rose to …
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September 24, 2022
A first-time homebuyer’s guide to Arizona
First-time homebuyers in Arizona are facing many of the same challenges as buyers across the rest of the country. Thanks to high prices, low Inventory, …
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September 23, 2022
Here’s how much it really costs to live alone
Moving out of your parental home for the first time can be incredibly exciting: It’s a major milestone in the process of adulting and becoming independent. …
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September 23, 2022
A first-time homebuyer’s guide to New Jersey
The Garden State saw record real estate sales in some areas in recent years as city dwellers fled to the suburbs and more rural areas …
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September 20, 2022
This woman became a real estate millionaire before 30. Here’s how she did it
Before turning 30, Dandan Zhu reached financial independence and quit her day job. She still does some recruiting work and real estate investing on her …
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September 16, 2022
Illinois first-time homebuyer programs
Thanks to high prices, low Inventory, and fierce competition from outside investors and cash buyers, diving into a strong seller’s market as a first-time buyer …
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September 14, 2022
Here’s how much a scenic view costs across America
Some of America’s most expensive neighborhoods have the best scenic views in the country. New York’s Upper East Side overlooks Central Park. Beverly Hills has …
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September 13, 2022
Homebuyers: How to tell if you’re moving into a good neighborhood
In today’s hypercompetitive housing market, buyers don’t have a lot of leverage. Many prospective buyers, facing rising interest rates and tightened loan requirements, have gotten creative …