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Blanket Loan: A blanket loan is a type of loan used to fund the purchase of more than one piece...

What’s Causing Low Housing Inventory Across the Nation?

The theories behind our currently low housing inventory are widespread. The answer depends on what’s going on in each local...

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Contingency Clause: Defines a condition or action that must be met for a real estate contract to become binding. A...

Understanding “First Right of Refusal” When Trying to Buy and Sell at the Same Time

What happens when a buyer finds the perfect home but needs or prefers to sell their own home first? Of...

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Survey: Refers to the process of locating and measuring a property’s boundary lines to determine the exact amount of land...

Buyers: Do Your Homework on Off-Site Conditions Before You Sign a Contract

Buying a home is an investment that requires business decision-making skills as well as due diligence. It’s easy to get...

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Zoning Laws: Municipal or local government laws that dictate how real property can and cannot be used in certain areas....

Should I Convert My Property to a Short-Term Rental?

Short-term online rental businesses such as Airbnb and VRBO have changed how people book their travel for business and leisure....

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