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How often can you refinance your home?
Key takeaways There is no limit on how many times you can refinance your mortgage, although lenders may enforce a…
What does ‘exclusive right to sell’ mean in real estate?
Key takeaways An exclusive right to sell agreement gives one real estate agent and their brokerage the sole right to…
Buy or rent? Study shows renting is more affordable in the 50 largest metros
For those weighing whether they should rent or buy a home right now, all signs point to renting as the…
The future of real estate commissions post-Realtor settlement
Real estate commissions survived the rise of the Internet and decades of attacks from disruption-minded discounters. Now, finally, they might…
What high-profile commission changes mean for homebuyers and sellers
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) agreed to new rules around real estate commissions as part of a lawsuit settlement…
How does mortgage interest work?
Key takeaways Mortgage interest is the price you pay for borrowing money from a lender, charged as a percentage of…
Lender-paid mortgage insurance (LPMI): What is it and how does it work?
Key takeaways Lender-paid mortgage insurance (LPMI) is an option for borrowers who cannot afford a 20 percent down payment on…
Cost of living facts and statistics 2024
10'000 Hours/Getty Images Inflation and the cost of living are not one and the same. Although inflation does have a…
‘We buy houses’ companies in Michigan
Going through the traditional process of selling a home — hiring a real estate agent, listing your property and waiting…
What credit score is needed to refinance your mortgage?
Key takeaways You’ll need a credit score of at least 620 for a conventional refinance. Credit score minimums for other…
