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How long does it take to buy a house?
The average time to close a loan on a home purchase was 51 days as of June 2021.
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How to make an offer on a house: 7 steps
Learn what to include an offer to buy a house to get your bid noticed.
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Renting vs. buying a home: Which is right for you?
Want to buy a home? Or keep renting? We give you some pluses and minuses.
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Is that house you’re considering a flip? Here’s what to know
A flipped house may need more work than it seems. Here’s to look out for if you’re considering a flipped home.
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Realtors ban Confederate flag in home sale listing photos
The National Association of Realtors determined that Confederate flags are hate symbols that have no place in listing photos.
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Overcoming bias in home appraisals starts with the appraisers
Increasing diversity won’t just make home appraisals more fair, it could also boost trust in the industry.
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What home sellers need to know about iBuying platforms
Yes, you can sell your house with a few mouse clicks. But should you?
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5 steps to get an instant home offer
Getting an instant home offer from an iBuyer? Here’s how.
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What Zillow’s exit from iBuying business means for home sellers
Opendoor and Offerpad remain in business — but their offers might grow less generous as a major rival pulls the plug.
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Is now a good time to sell your home?
The current housing market still strongly favors sellers. Here’s what to consider if you’re weighing a sale.
3 min read Oct 15, 2021