Real Estate - Page 5

Learn about the financial steps to building a house. This guide covers construction costs, loan options, construction loan rates, and more.

Is buying a house a good investment? It depends on your goals. A house is a great investment if you need a place to live, but may not maximize your returns.

Buying a condo can be a great idea. But there are certain risks and costs that come with condo ownership. See the pros and cons of buying a condo here.

Historic home renovations can be expensive. Luckily, there are loans, grants, and tax breaks that can make the renovation process more affordable.

You may be able to use a 203k loan for an investment property but only in certain circumstances. Learn about 203k loan rules for investors here.

Buying a house sight unseen can give you an edge in a competitive market. But there are risks that come with sight-unseen homes. Here's what to know.

An iBuyer uses technology to make instant cash offers to home sellers. Buyers can then purchase homes on the iBuyer platform. Here's how it works.

Buying a short sale home can get you a great deal. But the short sale process can be challenging. Here's what to expect when buying a short sale.

Conventional loans have a few basic property standards, but no in-depth home condition requirements. You likely want a home inspection anyway.

A blanket mortgage lets real estate investors buy multiple properties with one loan. Find out how a blanket loan works, plus pros and cons.

If you want to buy a house but don't know where to start, start here. We explain how to buy a house in 10 approachable steps. You can even do step 1 today.

Waiving a home inspection could make your offer more competitive. But experts say waiving a home inspection isn't a good idea. Here's why.

Investment property mortgage rates are above current market rates. Learn what impacts your rate and how to find the best rental property financing.

We asked 10 housing and finance experts for their mortgage rate predictions and housing forecasts for late-2020. Here's what they said.

Climate change is putting millions of homes at risk. Use these climate change maps and expert advice to help inform your next home buying decision.

A new report put today's home- ownership rate at a 12 year high. But can home buying data during COVID be trusted? Experts are skeptical.

Tons of people are moving during coronavirus. Home buying numbers are up 21% from last year. Considering a move? Here's what to know.

A great real estate agent is key to the home buying process. Here are 6 tips to find a real estate agent who fits your needs as a buyer.

Sellers typically have the advantage over home buyers in summer. But could COVID-19 flip the housing market? Experts weigh in on both sides.