Should you buy a house? 8 signs you’re ready
Buying a house can be a great choice — provided you meet at least some of these criteria.
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May 11, 2023
Libby Wells is a part-time editor at Bankrate. Previously, she was Bankrate's chief copy editor and a credit card reporter. Libby spent most of her career as a newspaper journalist and has more than 30 years of experience as a writer and editor.
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Bank of America CD rates
Looking for a CD? Here’s what the big bank will pay you.
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What is a good debt-to-income ratio for a mortgage?
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What is a health savings account?
Everything savers need to know about HSAs.
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GTE Financial Review 2023
Read our experts' review on GTE Financial's features and product offerings. Bankrate reviews and compares hundreds of banks to help find the right fit for you.
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Investors Bank Review 2023
Read our experts' review on Investors Bank's features and product offerings. Bankrate reviews and compares hundreds of banks to help find the right fit for you.
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OneWest Bank Review 2023
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Selling a home in Minnesota
The median sale price of Minnesota homes has increased by nearly 8 percent over the past year. Here’s how to sell yours.
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Buying a house in Minnesota: A how-to
From booming Minneapolis to the remote Canadian border, there’s a wide range of places to consider calling home here.
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Selling a home in Massachusetts
Sale inventory is low in the Bay State, particularly in the Boston metro area, so every new property listed will capture attention.
10 min read Sep 09, 2022 -
Buying a house in Massachusetts: A how-to
Buying a home in Massachusetts can put you in some of the most beautiful parts of New England. Here’s what you need to know.
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What is an investment property?
It’s real estate purchased for a financial return. Here’s how to pick a money maker, vs a money pit.
5 min read Aug 26, 2022 -
Property taxes: What are they and how do I calculate them?
Everything you need to know about this local tithe, one of the biggest expenses of homeownership.
4 min read Aug 26, 2022 -
Selling a home in Georgia
It’s a good time to sell a Georgia peach of a home. Median sale prices here have increased by nearly 20 percent over the past year.
11 min read Aug 25, 2022 -
Buying a house in Georgia: A how-to
Whether you want the big-city energy of Atlanta or a more laid-back Southern vibe, the Peach State can provide.
11 min read Aug 25, 2022