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Do I need a Realtor to buy a house?
Key takeaways The vast majority of homebuyers work with an agent, but it is possible to buy a home without…
How to stop foreclosure
Key takeaways Foreclosure occurs when a homeowner stops paying their mortgage for an extended period — typically 120 days following…
What is negative equity? A guide to underwater mortgages
Key takeaways Negative equity occurs when your home’s value sinks below the amount you owe on it (from your mortgage…
Does a HELOC affect your credit score?
Key takeaways HELOC applications require a hard credit pull, which does temporarily lower your credit score. Closing a HELOC and…
What you need to know about roof inspections
If you’ve ever had a homeowners insurance policy, then you may have had a roof inspection before. During these inspections,…
Loss assessment coverage
As a homeowner, you typically have the ability to personalize your home insurance policy by purchasing endorsements. If you live…
FSBO meaning: For sale by owner, explained
Our writers and editors used an in-house natural language generation platform to assist with portions of this article, allowing them…
Where to get a home equity loan: finding the best lender for your needs
Key takeaways Home equity loans can be obtained from various lenders such as banks, credit unions, mortgage lenders, and online-only…
How to get flood insurance coverage and who needs it
Flood damage won’t be covered by your home insurance policy, but buying flood insurance can offer financial protection beyond home…
Average down payment on a house
Key takeaways The median down payment on a home in the U.S. in Q1 2024 was $26,700 — about 8%…
