Michele Petry is a senior editor for Bankrate, leading the site’s real estate content. Before joining Bankrate she spent more than two years as a web editor and writer for StreetEasy, a Zillow-owned company focusing on New York City real estate. Before that, she amassed 20 years of experience on staff at national magazines, including honing her skills editing home-based content at House Beautiful, Elle Decor, and Veranda. Michele earned a degree in journalism from Syracuse University’s Newhouse School of Public Communications and lives in Manhattan.
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This construction term refers to a literal hole dug to provide fill material, such as gravel or soil, for building projects.
This form of housing discrimination involves an agent guiding a client toward a particular area based on legally protected characteristics.
In real estate, a lockoff or lockout refers to a vacation timeshare that’s divided into two units.
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An architect’s services are crucial for building a new home, or renovating an existing one. Learn how architectural fees work.
The hottest ticket in Vegas for the past few years has been homeownership. Here’s how to sell your Sin City home.
Looking to put down roots in Vegas? You’re not alone — here’s how to buy a home in this growing market.
This sales strategy allows multiple agents to market your home in an attempt to find a buyer.
This now-defunct reverse-mortgage program was backed by Fannie Mae.
This legal principle entitles someone else to take over land that you own — but only if they meet a complex set of requirements.
The principle of eminent domain allows governments to take over private property for public use. It’s a complicated and often controversial topic.
Yes, you can sell your house fast online. But should you? We spell out the pros and cons of iBuyers.
Which purchase to make first depends on your finances, your credit and a host of other circumstances.
High prices, rising mortgage rates and low inventory all created roadblocks for hopeful homeowners in 2022, according to a new study.
As the housing market boom slows down, some economists are predicting dramatic drops in home prices. Others aren’t so sure.
Married people living together spend nearly $5,500 less on housing each year than single people do.
The economy is on everyone’s mind right now. Here’s what to consider if you need to sell your house during a recession — or just before one.
This popular city’s year-round sunshine, picturesque coastline and outdoor lifestyle come at a steep price.
There are many factors to consider when selling a home, from local comps to national market trends. Here’s a step-by-step guide.