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Your guide to buying a home and the latest market trends

Woman mowing the lawn as part of home maintenance. A lawn service is just one of many annual home maintenance costs homeowners may have to budget for.

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These Are the Major Metro Areas with the Lowest Annual Home Maintenance Costs

How to Make an Offer on a House

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How to Make an Offer on a House

How to Negotiate After an Inspection

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How to Negotiate After an Inspection

What Is a Home Warranty?

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What Is a Home Warranty?

Open House Etiquette and Rules for Buyers

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Open House Etiquette and Rules for Buyers

How to Buy a House with Cash

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How to Buy a House with Cash

How to make a real estate counter-offer

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Counter Offers in Real Estate: How to Make One and What to Do if You’re Countered

8 Reasons Why Fall Could Be a Housing Market ‘Sweet Spot’ in 2025

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8 Reasons Why Fall Could Be a Housing Market ‘Sweet Spot’ in 2025

Woman researching the best time to buy a house

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When Is The Best Time to Buy a House?

Do You Live In One Of The Top Dog-Friendly Cities of 2025?

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Do You Live In One Of The Top Dog-Friendly Cities of 2025?

How Much Should You Have in an Emergency Fund?

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How Much Should You Have in an Emergency Fund?

New Homeowner Checklist: 20 Things to Do When Moving to a New Home

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New Homeowner Checklist: 20 Things to Do When Moving to a New Home

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