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Return on investment, or ROI, in real estate 2024

Phillip Spears/Getty Images Key takeaways ROI is an acronym that stands for ‘return on investment.’ In real estate terms, this…

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What income do I need to afford a $750K house?

Hoping to buy a home in the $750,000 range? That’s almost double the national median sale price of a home,…

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5 biggest myths about mortgage refinance

Key takeaways One of the most common mortgage myths is that refinancing is free. However, you’ll need to pay fees,…

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What is collateral for a mortgage, and how does it work?

David Papazian/Getty Images Key takeaways Collateral is something that backs — or secures — a loan. It makes the loan…

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How to choose the right, cheap home insurance for your budget

When it comes to home insurance, you might feel like you don’t have much choice in how much you pay.…

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Homeowners insurance statistics and facts

If you own a home, it’s important to consider investing in homeowners insurance. A comprehensive home insurance policy provides valuable…

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Income requirements to qualify for a mortgage

Key takeaways There are no specific income requirements to qualify for a mortgage. To determine whether you'll qualify for the…

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What is a 5/1 adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM)?

Our writers and editors used an in-house natural language generation platform to assist with portions of this article, allowing them…

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What is a 3/1 adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM)?

Paul Hamilton/Getty Images Key takeaways A 3/1 ARM is a type of adjustable-rate mortgage. The interest rate on this mortgage…

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Pros and cons of a 15-year mortgage

Key takeaways Pros of a 15-year mortgage include paying less in interest over the life of the loan as a…

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