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REAL ESTATE February 2, 2017

Before You Buy a Fixer-Upper, Read This

Want to buy a fixer-upper? First, read this to save yourself a ton of cash -- and headaches, too. The post Before You Buy a Fixer-Upper, Read This appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE February 2, 2017

5 Home-Buying Nightmares Your Title Insurance Could Prevent

Diane Macdonald/Getty Images Imagine that you have found your dream home. Your offer is accepted, you close the deal, you move in. Then, just as you've started to make The post 5 Home-Buying Nightmares Your Title Insurance Could Prevent appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE February 2, 2017

The Scientific Secrets of What Makes a Happy Home

Learn what researchers know about making your home a happier place, from using the right paint colors to the optimal commute distance from work. The post The Scientific Secrets of What Makes a Happy Home appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE February 2, 2017

In Defense of Buying a Historic Home: It Could Be Downright Amazing

There are a host of problems that could come with a historic home. But there are even more reasons these period homes can outshine their newer counterparts. The post In Defense of Buying a Historic Home: It Could Be Downright Amazing appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE February 2, 2017

6 Building Mistakes That Can Turn Your Custom Dream House Into a Dump

We've collected the top mistakes people make when building their dream home from scratch so you can bypass these pitfalls yourself. The post 6 Building Mistakes That Can Turn Your Custom Dream House Into a Dump appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE February 2, 2017

The Weird Complications of Moving Into Your Childhood Home

There are many reasons to move into your childhood home, from financial to emotional ones. But beware the pitfalls: sometimes you get in trouble just for updating the kitchen. The post The Weird Complications of Moving Into Your Childhood Home appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE February 2, 2017

Neighbors Nearly Ruined Our Lives -- Here's What We Learned

Bad neighbors -- they're the stuff of movies, TV, and, unfortunately, real life. But, as it turns out, you can learn a little something from these crazies. The post Neighbors Nearly Ruined Our Lives -- Here's What We Learned appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE February 2, 2017

Lost Your Home Due to Hard Times? You Can Buy Again -- Here's How

If you lost your home to foreclosure in the past, that doesn't mean you can't become a homeowner again. Here are some tips on how to re-enter the home-buying market. The post Lost Your Home Due to Hard Times? You Can Buy Again -- Here's How appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE February 2, 2017

New Orleans: You're Saying It Wrong (and 7 Other Myths We Debunk)

New Orleans might be one of the most beloved, hated, and least understood cities in America, all rolled into one. The post New Orleans: You're Saying It Wrong (and 7 Other Myths We Debunk) appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE February 2, 2017

6 Ways to Uncover the Truth About Your New Home -- Before It's Too Late

Wouldn't you rather find out about those nagging annoyances -- that eat at your soul day and night -- before you make an offer? Here are a few ways to dig deep for intel on your new neighborhood. The post 6 Ways to Uncover the Truth About Your New Home -- Before It's Too Late appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE February 2, 2017

Why You Should Never Buy the Best House in the Neighborhood

Finding a picture-perfect house in your location of choice might seem like a win. But if it's the priciest house on the block, you might not want to buy it. The post Why You Should Never Buy the Best House in the Neighborhood appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.