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How to settle property disputes without sawing your neighbor’s garage in half
Good fences make good neighbors. What to do when the fence is in the wrong place.
4 min read Aug 07, 2020
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How to win a home bidding war with an escalation clause
An escalator clause automatically raises your offer, which has benefits and dangers.
3 min read Jul 23, 2020
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CLUE Reports
Get clued in on how to check a house’s insurance claim history and avoid surprises.
7 min read Jul 21, 2020
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Buying a home? Here’s what to expect at the closing
Don’t get tripped up at the finish line when you buy a house.
6 min read Jul 13, 2020
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Low mortgage rates, states reopening, ignite record home sales and bidding wars
Even the pandemic can’t stop homebuyers, if only they can snag a place.
3 min read Jun 29, 2020
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Lender-paid private mortgage insurance: Is it a good idea?
LPMI allows you to forgo mortgage insurance, but you’ll have to stomach a higher interest rate.
5 min read Mar 25, 2020
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How to find mortgage down payment assistance, including free money
No cash for a down payment? Help may come from a no-strings grant or low-cost loan.
3 min read Feb 28, 2020
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What to know about mortgage preapproval
If you’re looking to buy a home, one of the first steps you should take is getting preapproved.
4 min read Feb 28, 2020
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Low mortgage rates: What to do if you think you can’t qualify
Your credit score and down payment are important factors that play into the rate you receive.
3 min read Feb 10, 2020
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Gifting a down payment this holiday season? Here’s what givers and receivers should know
A down payment gift has strict rules for both the giver and receiver. Here’s what to do.
4 min read Dec 11, 2019