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Is Harris’s $25k Down Payment Assistance Good or Bad for Homebuyers?
Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris plans to offer $25,000 in down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers. But is this good or bad for the housing market?
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Will Your House Flood? We Ask the Experts
There are free, quick tools to check your home's flood risk. We ask experts how reliable they are.
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New Rules are Shaking Up the Real Estate Market. Here's What You Need to Know
Buyers and sellers have more room to negotiate commissions, and that could reduce home prices over the long run.
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Best Time of Year to Buy A House
You may find a good home deal at any time of year, but certain seasons or even months have the perfect blend of inventory, supply and price. Here's when to look.
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Before Buying Your First Home, Get These Three Ducks in a Row
With mortgage rates higher than we're used to, making sure you can comfortably afford to buy your first home is more important than ever.
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Why a 15-Year Mortgage Could Be the Key to a Larger Nest Egg
Your mortgage payments would be higher, yes, but you'd save quite a lot on interest and be mortgage-free 15 years sooner, freeing assets for other investments.
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Four Things to Consider Before Giving Your Kid a Down Payment
Younger generations sometimes face an uphill battle to buy their first home. Here’s how to decide if you can help — or if you should.
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How to Help Your Children Buy a Home
If you want to help your children buy a home your options range from family loans to outright gifts.
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7 Places to Buy a Vacation Home Safe From Climate Risks
Seven places where you can buy a vacation home that will stay safer from climate risks like hurricanes and wildfires.
