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November 23, 2024
Home Sales Surge as Buyers React to Lower Mortgage Rates

Pending home sales jumped 7.4% in September, driven by lower mortgage rates.

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Home Buying in 2024: Good News, Challenges, and Strategies for Success

Things are looking up for home buyers as mortgage rates drop and inventory rises.

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New Rules Change the Game for Homebuyers and Agents

New regulations will require homebuyers to pay their agent's fees directly if sellers opt out of covering them.

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Are Sale-Leaseback Deals Just Disguised Loans? Courts and Regulators Decide

EasyKnock insists their sale-leaseback deals are not loans, despite ongoing lawsuits.

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Easiest Places to Buy a Home in the U.S. Revealed

Iroquois County, Illinois is the least difficult market to buy a home according to the NBC News Home Buyer Index.

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No-Credit-Check Apartments: A Lifeline for Renters with Low Credit Scores

No-credit-check apartments offer a fresh start for renters with low or no credit.

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Zero-Down Mortgages: Dream or Disaster in the Making?

United Wholesale Mortgage's new zero-percent down loan program is stirring the pot. Spearheaded by Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia, the initiative aims to help first-time homebuyers who can't afford hefty...

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Unlock Your Dream Home: Why Mortgage Pre-Approval is Key

Pre-approval can significantly boost your standing in a competitive housing market.

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Navigating the 2024 Housing Market: Tips for First-Time Buyers

A higher credit score can be your ticket to a more affordable mortgage.

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