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REAL ESTATE 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.

REAL ESTATE 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.

REAL ESTATE 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.

REAL ESTATE 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.

REAL ESTATE 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.

Fox Around the House February 2, 2017

Five key strategies when touring a home

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REAL ESTATE 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.

REAL ESTATE February 2, 2017

Which Type of Dwelling Will Make You Feel at Home?

When you're searching for your perfect home, you have different types of houses to choose from. Each has its upsides and downsides. The post Which Type of Dwelling Will Make You Feel at Home? appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE February 2, 2017

My Offer Was Accepted -- Now What?

Having your offer accepted feels great -- but for most home buyers, it's just the beginning. There is still a lot more to be done before you're over the front threshold. Here's a rundown of what comes next. The post My Offer Was Accepted -- Now What? appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE February 2, 2017

Deed Restrictions Can Limit What You Do With Your Home

Not every real estate deed gives you carte blanche to do whatever you want. In some cases, buying property comes with certain conditions that prohibit you from doing certain things. These stipulations are known as real estate deed restrictions. The post Deed Restrictions Can Limit What You Do With Your Home appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE February 2, 2017

The Dirty Secret About Open Houses: They're Not About Selling Houses

What is the purpose of an open house? It's not what you think -- and the truth is one of the best-kept secrets in the real estate business. The post The Dirty Secret About Open Houses: They're Not About Selling Houses appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.