Americans have recession fatigue — and it’s keeping them from preparing for the next downturn
Feeling deprived during lockdowns, Americans aren’t ready to fall back on progress.
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Sep 26, 2022
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What is a cloud on title?
It’s something that can rain on your home sale. Here’s how to clear one.
5 min read Sep 23, 2022 -
What is an assessment roll?
It’a record that helps set what property taxes homeowners should pay.
2 min read Sep 23, 2022 -
Sale-to-list ratio: Why it matters
Whether you’re buying or selling a home, it offers great negotiating intel.
4 min read Sep 23, 2022 -
What is commercial real estate?
From offices to rentals, it’s property that makes money for its owner. Hopefully.
4 min read Sep 23, 2022 -
What are contiguous lots?
They’re a way to gain more land, but be careful how you develop them.
1 min read Sep 23, 2022 -
What is a building moratorium?
It halts your construction project. Here’s how to ensure it doesn’t kill it.
2 min read Sep 23, 2022 -
What is a boundary agreement?
It’s an understanding between parties about property lines. Know what it covers.
3 min read Sep 23, 2022 -
Buying a house in Michigan: A how-to
There’s something for everyone in the Great Lakes State, from youthful college-town energy to peaceful retirement vibes.
10 min read Sep 23, 2022 -
What is a sub-agent?
They deal with home buyers, but actually represent sellers. Bear that in mind if you use one.
3 min read Sep 23, 2022 -
What is a purchase agreement?
They seal your real estate deal. Here’s what what they contain and the timeline for creating one.
4 min read Sep 22, 2022 -
What is a relocation company, and when do you need one?
A relocation company is typically hired by an employer who is moving an employee to a new city for work purposes.
3 min read Sep 22, 2022 -
What does ‘zero lot line’ mean in real estate?
A zero lot line home runs directly along the property boundary.
2 min read Sep 22, 2022 -
What is a special assessment?
A guide to what they are, why they happen, and who gets hit by them.
3 min read Sep 22, 2022 -
Mortgage escrow fraud: What homebuyers need to know
This type of online fraud has increased more than 10-fold since 2015.
4 min read Sep 22, 2022 -
7 questions to ask before choosing a checking account
Opening a checking account is easy. Finding the right one is the hard part.
4 min read Sep 22, 2022 -
Buying a house in Ohio: A how-to
There are plenty of reasons to join in the O-H-I-O chant, even if you aren’t a Buckeyes football fan.
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What are real estate teams?
They’re groups of agents pooling efforts. Do they serve you better than a solo pro?
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The 5 best homebuying apps of 2023
In an online house-hunting world, these real estate apps offer a competitive edge.
4 min read Sep 22, 2022 -
What is a credit card charge-off?
Oftentimes the language used in credit reporting can be confusing to consumers. Charge-off is one of those somewhat baffling terms. Let’s look closely at credit card charge-offs and what they mean for [...]
3 min read Sep 22, 2022
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