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03 June 2017

5 Crucial Questions Home Buyers Should Ask Sellers Before Moving In

Moving into a home you've just bought is exciting—and sometimes exasperating. ... Read More »

Editors Note:

By Matt Christensen

Movement Mortgage premieres zero down mortgages for first-time homebuyers

Movement Mortgage announced a new down payment assistance program for first-time homebuyers that allows borrowers to put nothing down on a home. ... Read More »

Editors Note:

by Brena Swanson

What Do Buyers and Sellers Pay in Closing Costs?

Rarely does a buyer or seller show up to the closing without knowing exactly what their costs of sale will be. ... Read More »

Editors Note:

BY BRENDON DESIMONE

If you want to sell your home for more money, these are the colors you should paint your walls

When it comes time to sell your home, you might consider making some changes to make it more appealing to buyers. ... Read More »

Editors Note:

by Madeline Stone

What Is Price-Reduced Real Estate? Score a House for a Fraction of the Price

When a home has been on the market for a while, sellers might decide to slash the asking price to attract an eager buyer. ... Read More »

Editors Note:

By Margaret Heidenry

It’s official: Fannie Mae survey shows it’s a seller’s market

The Fannie Mae Home Purchase Sentiment Index decreased slightly as consumers express diverging opinions on home buying and selling in May. ... Read More »

Editors Note:

by Kelsey Ramírez

8 Rookie Mistakes That Keep People From Selling Their Home

If your home is struggling to catch the eye of a buyer, it could be for an entirely valid reason. ... Read More »

Editors Note:

By Daniel Bortz

4 Tips To Ace Your Mortgage In 2017

If you are in the market for a new home - or looking to refinance your current mortgage - then here are 4 tips to ace your mortgage in 2017: ... Read More »

Editors Note:

by Zack Friedman

How Climate Change Affects Your Home Value

According to a study by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the planet’s surface temperature has roughly climbed 1.71 degrees Fahrenheit over the past century due to greenhouse gases. ... Read More »

Editors Note:

by Nick Mafi

6 Shocking Money Pits Hiding in Your Home

When people refer to their homes as "money pits," it generally conjures up stark and terrifying images of a huge chasm in the floor, sucking down dollars (thanks, Tom Hanks). ... Read More »

Editors Note:

By Liz Alterman

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