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February 2, 2017

Own the Home, but Not the Land? What You Need to Know About Land Lease Deals

In a land lease, you're simply purchasing the dwelling and paying rent on the land to the landowner. We look at the pros and cons of this type of deal. The post Own the Home, but Not the Land? What You Need to Know About Land Lease Deals appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Protect Yourself -- and Your Finances -- With These Creative Contingency Clauses

Most contracts already have a few standard contingency clauses in place, but there are contingencies that go beyond the norm. If you're about to make an offer, consider all of your options. The post Protect Yourself -- and Your Finances -- With These Creative Contingency Clauses appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

How to Get the Best Deal (and the Fewest Headaches) on Homeowners Insurance

Not all homeowners insurance coverage is alike. Policies and protections differ, and so do costs. Your goal is to find the right amount of protection for the least amount of money. The post How to Get the Best Deal (and the Fewest Headaches) on Homeowners Insurance appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Should I Get a Co-borrower for My Mortgage Loan?

Not everyone can qualify for a mortgage on their own. Many home buyers need to jointly sign for a mortgage -- usually with a significant other or family member -- to be able to buy a home. In turn, each holds an equal stake in the house. The post Should I Get a Co-borrower for My Mortgage Loan? appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Who Really Needs a Real Estate Option Contract?

Option contracts can be useful to home buyers, particularly tenants who want to buy their rental, people planning to build a home, and investors. The post Who Really Needs a Real Estate Option Contract? appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

What Does an Appraiser Do?

When you're buying a house, there are two sides to the story: the asking price and the actual value of the property. This is where an appraiser steps in. The post What Does an Appraiser Do? appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Five key strategies when touring a home

Make the most of your time.

February 2, 2017

The Truth About Open Houses: Readers Sound Off

When we revealed the truth about open houses (they're not about selling houses), we set off a firestorm. Let's look at what readers had to say. The post The Truth About Open Houses: Readers Sound Off appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Renter's Insurance: Buy What You Need, Don't Buy Too Much

Buying renter's insurance is a smart move. But are you buying coverage you don't need? We have advice on how to avoid paying for too much coverage. The post Renter's Insurance: Buy What You Need, Don't Buy Too Much appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Watch Out for These 4 Common Refinancing Problems

Just because you already qualified for a mortgage doesn't mean you'll be able to refinance. Make sure you know the solutions for these problems with your application. The post Watch Out for These 4 Common Refinancing Problems appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.