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4 Reasons to Buy Your First Home in Your 30s

There was a time in my life when I thought I’d never own a home. As someone who had preferred life in big cities and prioritized travel above homeownership,

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4 Reasons to Buy Your First Home in Your 30s
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4 Reasons to Buy Your First Home in Your 30s

There was a time in my life when I thought I’d never own a home. As someone who had preferred life in big cities and prioritized travel above homeownership,

Cheryl Lock

3 Steps to Figure Out How Much Mortgage You Can Afford
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3 Steps to Figure Out How Much Mortgage You Can Afford

Use these three steps to help determine how much mortgage you can afford and how much you can borrow.

Clark Randall

Buying a Home? Ask Your Partner These 4 Questions First
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Buying a Home? Ask Your Partner These 4 Questions First

Make sure you discuss these 4 things before buying a house with your significant other.

Cheryl Lock

10 States Facing the Most Foreclosures Right Now
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10 States Facing the Most Foreclosures Right Now

There may be fewer foreclosures than there were a few years ago, but that doesn't mean they've disappeared.

Paige DiFiore

How to Get a Mortgage Without a Full-Time, Permanent Job
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How to Get a Mortgage Without a Full-Time, Permanent Job

Here's how to keep your flexible work life from hurting your chances of getting a mortgage.

Mia Taylor

Here's What You Need to Know About Getting a Mortgage With 'Paper Losses'
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Here's What You Need to Know About Getting a Mortgage With 'Paper Losses'

If your tax returns show a net loss, you may have a tough time getting a mortgage. Here's what you need to know.

Scott Sheldon

8 Questions to Ask Yourself When Deciding to Rent or Buy a House
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8 Questions to Ask Yourself When Deciding to Rent or Buy a House

Buying a home isn't for everyone. These questions will help you sort out whether it's a good financial move for you.

Elyssa Kirkham

Buying a House? You May Want to Avoid the 30% Rule
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Buying a House? You May Want to Avoid the 30% Rule

The 30% rule is a good place to start, but it’s not always the best gauge of how much you should spend on housing.

Miranda Marquit

Closing on a Home? Here's a Checklist for Your Final Walk-Through
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Closing on a Home? Here's a Checklist for Your Final Walk-Through

You're almost ready to close on your new home. Make sure you don't miss anything on your final walk-through with this handy checklist.

Mia Simon

How to Get a Loan for a Manufactured Home
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How to Get a Loan for a Manufactured Home

If you're looking to purchase a manufactured home, or if you already own one and want to refinance, here are some things to keep in mind.

Scott Sheldon

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