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‘We buy houses’ companies in Washington state
Anjelika Gretskaia/Getty Images If you’re trying to sell a home in Washington state, the housing market looks pretty appealing right…
5 types of mortgage loans for homebuyers
Key takeaways The main types of mortgages are conventional loans, government-backed loans, jumbo loans, fixed-rate loans and adjustable-rate loans. There…
What is dwelling insurance?
Key takeaways The most common type of home insurance is an HO-3 policy, which covers the dwelling structures, other structures…
Questions to ask a mortgage lender
Key takeaways When shopping around for a mortgage, ask each lender for its requirements, annual percentage rate (APR) and fees.…
How to find the best FHA mortgage lender
Key takeaways To find the best FHA lender, shop around with at least three lenders and compare their loan offers…
78% of aspiring homeowners say affordability is a challenge. Here are the complete costs of buying a home
Key takeaways The cost of homes has skyrocketed, creating affordability issues for prospective buyers. Upfront expenses associated with buying a…
Home equity hazards: The risks of tapping into your property’s value
Key takeaways Despite their advantages, home equity loans come with risks: You could lose your home if you miss payments,…
How to prepare your home for a natural disaster
A natural disaster can be financially devastating. Thankfully, a standard home insurance policy can protect against much of the financial…
What is vacant home insurance and how does it work?
A home may stay vacant for several reasons, such as if the homeowners are waiting to do renovations or for…
Study: Typical single-family home costs over $18,000 per year in hidden expenses
Images by GettyImages; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate Key insights The average annual cost of owning and maintaining a single-family home…
