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Take Advantage of These Common Homeowner Tax Breaks

Being a homeowner definitely has its advantages, and saving money on your taxes each year just might be at the top of the list. Make sure you're taking advantage of these common tax perks as a homeowner.

​A Quick Guide to Understanding the Housing Market

You hear it on the news all the time: "It's a buyer's market," "It's a seller's market," or "The housing market is on the rebound." And while you probably get the gist of what these folks are talking about,...

​Choosing the Right Neighborhood

Need help finding the right neighborhood for your home search? Here are five factors that should figure prominently in your thinking.

21 Things A Real Estate Agent Should Do For You

Just like in any other profession, there are good real estate agents ... and there are, unfortunately, subpar real estate agents, too. But how do you know if you've got a dreamboat or a dud handling your real...

11 Ways to Maximize Your Living Space

Between micro-apartments, tiny homes, and even #vanlife, the real estate industry is taking the saying "less is more" to previously unknown levels.

How to Keep Your Stress Level Down When Dealing With Financing

One excellent way to improve your financial profile is to buy a home of your own. But we won't lie: It's a long and potentially incredibly stressful process, especially when it comes to the dollars and cents...

What you Need to Know About Fixed vs. Adjustable Rates

You're about to become a first-time homeowner—this is an exciting time! As you begin working with lenders on securing pre-approval for a mortgage, you probably hear some terms when it comes to mortgage...

Be Informed: What is Escrow?

The first time you heard the term, "escrow" you may have been thrown for a loop. While the word may have had you confused the first time, here are some essential things to know about escrow—what it is,...

How to Choose a Mortgage

Now that you've decided to buy a home, it's time to consider how you'll pay for it. Selecting the wrong mortgage could seriously jeopardize your future. Here are a few pointers for choosing your mortgage...

6 Tips for First-Time Homebuyers

The more you know about the home buying process, the more likely you will be able to get the home of your dreams at a price you can afford. That's why we've put together these six tips for helping you achieve...