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From Dream to Reality: Ebony’s journey to homeownership
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From Dream to Reality: Ebony’s journey to homeownership

Homeownership - and the agency that comes with it - is a milestone that everyone should be able to experience. However, rising interest rates and a low housing inventory have kept homeownership out of reach for many, including Ebony Tarrance, a mother and hair stylist from Montgomery, Alabama. Becoming a homeowner ...

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Don’t expect home prices to crash during the next recession the way they typically do in a downturn
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Don’t expect home prices to crash during the next recession the way they typically do in a downturn

What goes up must come down — even if it takes a while.  The Federal Reserve's attempts to cool inflation have yet to bring the economy to equilibrium. As it approaches a likely downturn, experts predict a recession could hit the US within the next 12 months. In the past, recessions have ...

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Ready to sell your home? What you need to know about tax implications
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Ready to sell your home? What you need to know about tax implications

If you’ve been avidly reading the headlines on the soaring real estate market, you might be thinking that now is the time to cash in…sell your spacious home and move into a smaller place you can rent or own. One issue that many sellers often don’t completely understand is the ...

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3 reasons home warranties may not be worth the money
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3 reasons home warranties may not be worth the money

Homeownership comes with lots of expenses beyond your mortgage payment. If something goes wrong with the property, you'll be responsible for paying for it -- not your landlord. As a result of fears about repair expenses, some homeowners are interested in purchasing a warranty.Home warranties aren't to be confused with ...

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Thinking about selling your house? Four questions to help you decide
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Thinking about selling your house? Four questions to help you decide

Your neighbor just sold their house for how much? Housing prices continue to soar, with Zillow estimating they could climb 21% in 2022, bolstering the already-steady gains of 2021. A real estate market this appealing might leave you wondering if now is the right time to sell your home. But ...

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A guide to home inspections and their costs
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A guide to home inspections and their costs

Amid a highly competitive housing market, should you ever skip a home inspection to make your bid more competitive? Or try to get an inspection on the cheap? Here are the dos and don'ts.If you're considering purchasing a home, condominium, or even a commercial building, having the structure thoroughly inspected ...

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