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What Does Pre-Foreclosure Mean? And How to Avoid It.
Pre-foreclosure means that your lender has issued a notice of default (a public notice filed with a court) and that they are beginning the process …
What is Off-Market in Real Estate?
Off-market in real estate means that a house is for sale but is not listed on multiple listing services (MLS). Only licensed real estate professionals …
How Much Does it Cost to Buy a House?
The cost to buy a house varies depending on where you live, the demand for the type of house you want to buy, closing costs, …
What is Escrow Balance?
An escrow balance is the amount of money a lender sets aside to pay for homeowners insurance, mortgage insurance, future interest, and property tax payments. …
What Is Underwriting in Real Estate?
Underwriting in real estate is the process of a third party determining how much risk a lender or insurance company is willing to take on …
What is a Real Estate Broker?
A real estate broker is a real estate agent who has obtained a license to become a practicing broker within his or her respective state. …
What is Unimproved Land & Is It Worth Buying?
Unimproved land (sometimes known as vacant lots or more commonly raw land) is land that does not have any active services or public utilities running …
How to Make an Offer on a House That Gets Accepted
You’ve been searching and searching for the perfect home for your family. You’ve scoured listings and gone on tours and open houses. And finally you’ve …
How Much Does It Cost to Sell A House?
It costs roughly 15 percent of the selling price to sell a house. But keep in mind the actual cost of selling a house depends …