What is Homeowners Insurance?
Homeowners insurance is a type of property insurance that covers damage to or destruction of a home. It also typically includes personal liability coverage, which protects the policyholder from being sued for damages caused to other people or their ...
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Posted by Allison Van Wig on August 29, 2022 in Selling Your Home
What Can You Do if Your Appraisal Comes Back Low?
If you're selling your home, there's a good chance that your buyer's lender will require an appraisal. The purpose of an appraisal is to determine the market value of a property, and if it comes back low, you have to adjust your transaction. There ...
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Posted by Allison Van Wig on August 25, 2022 in Selling Your Home
Should You Offer Less Than Asking Price on a Home?
When you’re buying a home, the asking price is just that: The price the seller is asking. It doesn’t mean that’s exactly what you have to pay. In some cases, it's okay to offer less than what the seller is asking. This guide ...
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Posted by Allison Van Wig on August 20, 2022 in Selling Your Home
Which of These 5 Mortgages is Right for You?
There are five main types of mortgages available in the United States: fixed-rate, adjustable-rate, VA, FHA, and USDA. Each type has its own unique benefits and drawbacks, so it can be tricky to decide which one is right for you. This guide breaks ...
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Posted by Allison Van Wig on August 17, 2022 in Financing
Should You Buy a Fixer-Upper to Flip It?
There's something alluring about the idea of buying a fixer-upper and flipping it for a quick profit. But is buying a fixer-upper to flip it really such a great idea, or is it just asking for trouble? This guide explains.
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Posted by Allison Van Wig on August 14, 2022 in Buying a Home
Can a Seller Keep Your Earnest Money Deposit?
When you make an offer on a house, it's customary to put down earnest money as a sign of good faith. This is usually between 1 and 3 percent of the home's purchase price, and the idea is that you will forfeit this money if you back out of the deal. ...
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Posted by Allison Van Wig on August 11, 2022 in Selling Your Home
What's the Difference Between an Inspection and an Appraisal in Real Estate?
When you’re buying a house, it’s important to know the difference between an inspection and an appraisal. This guide explains.
What's the Difference Between an Inspection and an Appraisal in Real Estate?
An inspection is a visual ...
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Posted by Allison Van Wig on August 8, 2022 in HOMEOWNERSHIP INFO
3 Fun (and Quirky) Adventures in Long Beach
When you move to Long Beach, you need the scoop on nearby adventures - and this guide outlines three of them.
3 Fun (and Quirky) Adventures in Long Beach
Check out these off-the-beaten-path adventures you can go on when you move to Long ...
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Posted by Allison Van Wig on August 3, 2022 in Local Attractions