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Mortgage signing

What is Private Mortgage Insurance and How Do I Avoid It?

Many first-time buyers haven’t even heard of private mortgage insurance (or PMI for short). What is private mortgage insurance? What is it used for? Do you have to have it? These are common questions from first-time homebuyers. So, if you don't know...

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New Real Estate Agent Checklist: How to Attract and Retain New Listings

So, you just became a real estate agent. Congratulations! Now what? The real estate industry is fun, challenging, and fulfilling. It requires hard...

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online house hunting checklist

Online House Hunting Checklist: Tips to Narrow Down Your Search

Searching for your first home is so exciting, but it can also be a little overwhelming, especially if you're not sure what you want. The best thing...

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house offer letter

Tips for Writing an Irresistible House Offer Letter

The process of buying a home is essentially the same as it's always been. But when there are a lot of people who want to buy and not enough homes for...

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Apartment Hunting? Think Again! The Benefits of Homeownership

Are you almost at the end of your current lease and thinking about apartment hunting? Before you begin searching for another short-term option, you...

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Meet Wendy: Habitat for Humanity Volunteer and Carpenter's Club Member

Wendy Harris is a giver. She gives her time, her talents, her knowledge, her friendship, her physical labor, and even her money to others in an...

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What Realtors® Should Know About Habitat for Humanity's Homeownership Program

January 1, 2025 When you think of Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity’s Homeownership Program, you might imagine a family buying a volunteer-built home...

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home equity

First-Time Homebuyer: What Is Home Equity?

The first time you buy a house you may hear several terms you don't know. One of these terms is home equity. While it may be a little confusing at...

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7 Mortgage Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Your First House

Having a good understanding of basic real estate concepts will help you feel confident in the choices you make when buying your first house. You will...

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Things to Pay Close Attention to During a House Tour

Online real estate listings are full of attractive photos and virtual video tours of homes for sale, but the best way to get the feel for a house is...

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