Ask the Readers: Would You Rather Rent or Buy a Home?
Conventional wisdom used to say that it makes more financial sense to save up and buy a home than to rent long term, but that isn’t necessarily the case anymore. …
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How Much Money Do You Need in Savings When Applying for a Mortgage?
You know you need enough money to cover your down payment and closing costs when buying a home. But did you also know that most lenders want to see even …
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6 Things Buyers Will Hate About Your House
Selling a house can be a nerve-wracking experience. Not only do you have to deal with the daily stress of having prospective buyers in your home, but you also have …
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Best Money Tips: How to Buy a Family Home Without the Stress
Welcome to Wise Bread’s Best Money Tips Roundup! Today we found articles on how to buy a home without the stress, how to choose the best sunscreen, and pro cleaning …
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How to Protect Yourself from a Home Improvement Scam
From a small task like new sod, to a major job like a finished basement, home improvement projects can become a nightmare if you fall victim to a scam. Even …
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5 Things to Consider When Buying a Larger Home
That two-bedroom home near the heart of the city was perfect when you and your partner first bought it. But ever since you started a family, that once quaint home …
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10 Red Flags to Look Out for When Renting Your First Apartment
Are you ready to fly the nest? If it’s time to find a new apartment, there are some things to look out for before signing a rental agreement. If you …
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How to Respond to House-Shaming
You’ve heard it at the dinner table when visiting Mom and Dad. You’ve heard it from your cousin Phil. You’ve heard it from friends out at Happy Hour. “Why are …
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10 Ways to Spot a Motivated Seller
I love a bargain, especially when it comes to the biggest purchase most of us ever make: a house. But bargains are hard to come by in this seller’s market, …
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How to Fight Back Against Mortgage Discrimination
In late February, the city of Sacramento filed a lawsuit in federal court against Wells Fargo, claiming that the lending giant has been discriminating against black and Latino mortgage borrowers …
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