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There are a number of reasons why you might buy a home in your 50s. Maybe you want to move to a new location as you prepare for retirement, or maybe you’re ready to downsize now that your kids have moved out of the house. For many people, this decade of life is full of […]
And now the truth comes out?! It should not be a big surprise that Zillow, Opendoor, Offerpad and other iBuyers are paying under-market prices to individuals, but is it a surprise that they are selling to institutional investors that keep them off of the open market? Every house that sells to a hedge fund or private equity firm for large …
Timing is everything when it comes to selling your home. Listing your house in the right month could reduce its time on the market by weeks or even months, and it can get you far more competitive offers. Normally, spring is considered the best time of year to put your house on the market as […]
If you find a buyer for your home without the help of a real estate agent, you probably feel ecstatic. With a buyer ready to purchase the property, you don’t have to go to the trouble of staging the home, taking photos, hosting open houses, and everything else that goes into real estate marketing. You’ve […]
Moving is never easy. Even a small, short-distance move will bring about some unexpected challenges, and bigger moves can create even more obstacles. You have to uproot and transport your entire life, so it’s natural to feel stressed and overwhelmed throughout the process. However, there are certainly ways to reduce the stress of moving and […]
Your home is probably the biggest purchase you’ve ever made, and hopefully, it’s increased in value since you bought it. Selling your house for a profit feels great, especially if you’ve put work into maintaining or improving the property. Sometimes, though, home sales are subject to capital gains tax. If you’re planning on selling your […]
Credit cards can be helpful for a number of reasons. They can build up your credit score, and their rewards systems can provide you with some extra cash. However, there are also plenty of risks associated with credit card use. If you don’t pay off the balance in full every month, the interest can quickly […]
Refinancing your mortgage can be a great way to reduce your monthly payments and open up some room in your budget. If your credit score has increased since you were approved for your home loan, you may be able to get a more competitive interest rate by refinancing. Sometimes, homeowners also refinance when the average […]
Most real estate sales happen in one transaction, but sometimes, both parties agree that the buyer will make multiple payments to the seller over several months or years. Installment sales can have benefits for buyers and sellers, so if you’re planning on selling property soon, you should understand how they work. An installment sale spreads […]
The type of mortgage you choose can have a massive impact on your financial situation over the course of the loan. Unfortunately, it’s very difficult to decide which option is best as each have distinct pros and cons. You also can’t predict how your financial situation may change over the years, so when choosing a […]