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Most Americans Know More About Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Lopez’s Love Lives Than Buying a Home
According to a new Zillow survey, most Americans know more about celebrity love lives, the Kardashians and the NFL than they know about the basics of buying a home. In the nationwide survey, the typical adult failed Zillow’s basic real estate knowledge quiz, answering only two of five questions correctly. Financing is a crucial first […]
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Can Changing Jobs Prevent You From Getting a Mortgage?
Taking on a new job can be exciting. But if getting a new gig happens to coincide with your plans to buy a home, it can affect your ability to get a mortgage—even if you make more money in your new job. When you apply for a home loan, lenders take a deep dive into your […]
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Married – Name Not on Title: The Cause and Effect
Does a person have ownership rights to a piece of property if they are married, but their name is not on title? For a community property in California, it depends upon when and how their spouse acquired the property. The law asserts that all property purchased during the marriage, with income that was earned […]
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How Do I Price My Home Correctly Right off the Bat?
The market is constantly changing and pricing a home continues to be one of the biggest challenges real estate professionals face on a daily basis. It’s not uncommon for sellers to want to price their homes higher than recommended, but that may not be the correct solution to get the home sold. Here are 3 […]
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Do Granny Flats or Additional Dwelling Units add much value?
Whether you call them granny flats, in-law suites, or garage apartments– accessory dwelling units (“ADUs”) are on the rise. There are an estimated 1.4 million of them in the United States, with around 110,000 constructed in the last year alone. In 2020, ADUs were often heralded as one answer to the growing housing affordability crisis. Their proponents argue that […]
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20 Renovations That Will Hurt Your Home’s Value
Your home isn’t just a source of pride or a place where you can relax after a long day — it’s also an investment in your family’s future. And while it’s natural to want to make improvements to increase your home’s resale value, some renovations will actually cost you money in the long run. Just because […]
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The No. 1 Most Difficult Aspect of Buying a Home
Though often one of the most rewarding purchases you can make, buying a home isn’t easy – whether it’s navigating mundane legalities, holding your breath through inspections, or trying to convince a seller that you’re the right person to purchase that home. But more than half of homeowners say the hardest part of buying a […]
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