How to make an offer sellers won't want to refuse
A lot goes into making an offer on a home. Here are the 6 stepsâfrom determining your price to sealing the deal.
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A lot goes into making an offer on a home. Here are the 6 stepsâfrom determining your price to sealing the deal.
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Explore the essentials of buying an Airbnb investment property with Better.com. Learn about market research, property types, financing options, and the pros and cons of Airbnb investments. Get expert tips...
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Every real estate transaction comes with fees, no matter how you pay. Learn what is included in closing costs, when theyâre due, and what they all mean.
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When financing looks questionable, mortgage contingencies come into play. Find out how Better can provide assurances with funding.
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During the mortgage process, you'll go through various levels of approval from beginning to end. Learn more about mortgage pre-approval, verified approval, and conditional approval for buyers.
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Get answers to your questions about escrow accounts - what is an escrow account, how does it work, and whether escrow for taxes and insurance is necessary.
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Becoming a publicly listed company is a monumental occasion for Better as we continue our journey to make the homeownership process cheaper, faster, and easier for all. These are 10 milestones...
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Home inspections give buyers peace of mind before closing on a home. Hereâs a checklist and tips to help you prep for this process.
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Two ways that refinancing can benefit homeowners going through a divorce
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Use our home appraisal checklist to maximize your propertyâs value, whether buying, selling, or refinancing. Prepare for success with expert tips and guidance.
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Protect your new home with safety measures designed to combat the risk of fire, carbon monoxide poisoning, flooding, and burglary.
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Your utility bills can eat up a large chunk of your monthly budget, but there are a number of ways you can cut costs. Check out our tips for saving....
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Moving into a new home? Make sure youâre not overlooking any steps of our New Homeowner Checklist so you can start enjoying your new place as soon as possible.
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Feeling out of place after a move? Learn how to make a new town feel like home by meeting neighbors, exploring shops, and giving new adventures a try.
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Down payments and closing costs can make homeownership a struggle for many first-time buyers. Luckily, Texans have a number of assistance programs that can help.
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Our Texas homebuying guide explains loan requirements, financial benefits, and the buying process. Learn how to buy a house in Texas here.
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Working with the right real estate agent can give you an enormous advantage as a homebuyer. See the best strategies for how to find a realtor, including key questions to...
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Here are the counties that have seen the biggest growth in housing over the last decade.
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Here are 15 common homebuying questions to consider when looking for a lender.
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Here are the metros with the biggest jump between list and sales prices from 2021 to today.
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