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Sep 13, 2013ARM can offset rising fixed mortgage rates
With mortgage rates rising, some buyers and refinancers are taking a look at adjustables.
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Aug 30, 2013Buying property abroad for retirement
From Ecuador to Italy to Malaysia, retirees can find affordable housing at exotic locales.
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Aug 23, 2013How and when to use an escalation clause
In a bidding war for a house, an escalator clause automatically raises your offer. Be careful!
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Aug 18, 2013Must seller be present at home inspection?
It’s hard to speak freely when a pesky, defensive seller follows you during a home inspection.
- Jul 29, 2013
Homebuyers sacrifice for good schools
Would you rather live in a home with a pool or a home near good schools?
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Jun 30, 2013My offer was accepted; how can I back out?
A home seller can sue you for walking away from a contract, but there are plenty of loopholes.
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Jan 13, 2013Be shrewd when buying ‘raw’ land
You don’t want to spoil your purchase of unimproved land, so ask plenty of questions first.
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Jan 17, 20125 tips to get a good deal on a foreclosure
Don’t let someone else get that cheap foreclosure. Here’s how to snag it.
- Nov 01, 2010
Is it safe to buy a foreclosure?
In light of the ‘robosigning’ scandal, has purchasing a foreclosure become too dangerous?
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Mar 08, 20105 questions to ask a real estate attorney
You may need a real estate attorney to close a home purchase. Use this guide to find the right one.