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buying a home

The Complete Guide to Buying a House with Bad Credit

Nicki & Karen » April 24, 2023

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Buying a house when you have bad credit isn’t an impossibility. Though lenders believe that a borrower’s cre ...

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The Pros and Cons of Split-level Homes

Nicki & Karen » December 5, 2022

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When you’re searching for a new home to buy, there are many different styles you can select from. Among the most c ...

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What Is “House Hacking” and How Is It Done?

Nicki & Karen » July 4, 2022

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If you own a home and want to start saving more of your money for retirement, you could look into house hacking, which i ...

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5 Unique Tips on Buying a Home in a Seller’s Market

Nicki & Karen » October 4, 2021

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When you’re ready to start the homebuying process, there are many steps you’ll need to take. From hiring a r ...

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Tips and Tricks for Decorating Your New Home

Nicki & Karen » July 12, 2021

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Nearly every home has its flaws and can be improved in some way. Changing the interior design of your home and enhancing ...

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10 Essential Questions to Ask When Buying a Home (Checklist)

Nicki & Karen » February 15, 2021

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Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions of your lifetime. Even if you purchase a home for $150,000 with ...

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The Ultimate Guide for First Time Home Buyers

Nicki & Karen » December 28, 2020

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Buying your first home can seem like an insurmountable task when you have no idea what to expect and are unsure about wh ...

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The Perks of Buying a Home with Cash

Nicki & Karen » November 16, 2020

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There are several different methods you can take to purchase a new home. One oft-overlooked method is to make an all-cas ...

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What Are Supplemental Property Taxes?

Nicki & Karen » January 6, 2020

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When you own a home, you may be required to pay supplemental property taxes, which have been in place within California ...

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FHA Home Loan Requirements in California

Nicki & Karen » September 16, 2019

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When you’re getting ready to purchase a new home, you’ll most likely need to find a loan to finance the purc ...

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