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What is a multi-family home?
Learn about the upsides and downsides to buying a multi-family home.
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The BRRRR method: What does it mean in real estate?
The acronym in this investing strategy stands for Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat.
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Buying in a 55+ community: Everything you need to know
Curious about life in a 55+ community? We’ve got all the details for you.
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What can the seller do if the homebuyer backs out?
Not every real estate deal closes. If a buyer backs out, what options does the seller have?
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What is a Realtor?
When you’re looking to sell or buy a house, you’ll see a range of titles attached to the professionals who can help you navigate the process: agent, associate, broker, Realtor. While all of these individuals [...]
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What does ‘opportunity zone’ mean in real estate?
Developers, homebuyers and investors may be able to find a bargain in an Opportunity Zone.
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How long does it take to close on a house?
The closing process officially begins once the seller accepts the buyer’s offer. It ends on closing day, when they sign all the paperwork and the property officially changes hands.
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2022 Cost of Living in Seattle
Seattle offers easy access to water, mountains and numerous national parks. It’s also home to many huge and well-known corporations.
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Moving checklist: What to do before, during and after your move
Create a checklist that details every step of your move: The best way to make sure all goes smoothly is to be super-organized.
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How to sell your house fast
The faster you sell, the sooner you’ll be able to move on to the next stage of your life. Here’s how to speed things up.
7 min read May 24, 2022