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The Basics

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First-Time Homebuyer Programs by State

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Know Your Rights When It Comes to Mortgage Forbearance

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What is a Home Down Payment?

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7 Ways You Can Make More Money When You Sell Your Home

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The Latest

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The Hidden Cost of Using an IRA to Buy a Home

The IRS will let you do it, but that doesn’t mean it’s a good idea. Such is the case when it comes to using an IRA to help pay for buying a home, acco…

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Buying a House In 2022? You Can Deduct Some Closing Costs From Your Taxes. Here’s How to Plan

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People Are Turning to Fixer-Uppers In Today’s Ultra-Competitive Housing Market. Here’s What the Creators of ‘Cheap Old Houses’ Want You to Know

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An Appraisal Gap Clause Can Make Your Offer Stand Out, But Know the Risks First

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All Posts

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These Loans Allow Borrowers to Roll Remodeling Costs Into One Mortgage

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The Hot Housing Market Is Making Pocket Listings More Popular. Here’s What They Are and What Homebuyers Should Know About Them

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Why Housing Prices Aren’t Likely to Fall Anytime Soon, and 5 Things Homebuyers Should Focus on Instead

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A Higher Mortgage Rate Can Actually Save You Money With This Underrated Mortgage Loan

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Why You Should Always Consider a 30-Year Loan, Even When You Can Afford a 15-Year Loan

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Owning a Home Never Stops Costing Money. These Expert Tips Can Help You Prepare for Unexpected Repairs

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When Dr. Taisha Johnson needed to find a new home for her family, she worked with Better Mortgage to make it happen.

How This Divorced Mom of 3 With Student Debt Bought a Home With Only 5% Down

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Moving to a New City Can Save You Thousands on Housing. These Couples Did It

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Inflation Pushes Mortgage Rates Up to 3.85%. Experts Warn Borrowers Not to Panic: ‘Historically, Rates Are Still Fairly Low.’

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This Family Beat a Higher, All-Cash Offer on a Dream Home. 5 Expert Tips to Help You Win in Today’s Competitive Market

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Lower Mortgage Review 2022: Long Mortgage Menu and Lending Fees Waived for Repeat Borrowers

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These 5 Single Parents Beat the Odds to Buy a House, One With as Little as $400 Down. Here’s How They Did It

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