Blog Archive
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APR 2, 2020 | Notable
Avoiding Foreclosure Rescue Fraud
Learn the common elements of this fraud and how to to avoid it.
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MAR 27, 2020 | Rental Housing
Relief for Multifamily Landlords and Their Renters
If you're experiencing financial hardship due to COVID-19, renter relief options are available.
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MAR 25, 2020 | Notable
Avoiding Fraud: Call Spoofing
Unfortunately, during times of hardship families are often targeted by fraud artists who attempt to take advantage of those seeking assistance.
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MAR 23, 2020 | Homeownership
Extending Help to Homeowners
If you're struggling to make your mortgage payments due to COVID-19, mortgage relief options are available.
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MAR 12, 2020 | Homeownership
"Best Time to Buy" Home Maintenance Guide
When it comes to home improvement, there are a lot of ways to maximize your savings!
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MAR 5, 2020 | Homeownership
The Green Glossary
Ready to reduce your home's carbon footprint? These words and phrases can help you speak green.
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MAR 4, 2020 | Research and Analysis
29 States with the Lowest Housing Supply
Depending on what state you live in, you may find your house-hunting options quite limited.
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FEB 27, 2020 | Homeownership
Mortgage Rates: Still the Deal of the Century
If you're in the market to buy a home, today's average mortgage rates are something to celebrate compared to almost any year since 1971.
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FEB 20, 2020 | Research and Analysis
What Drives Renting and Owning Decisions?
Why do you live where you live? Our survey finds affordability remains a key concern for both renters and owners.
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FEB 14, 2020 | Homeownership
Use Your Tax Refund to Buy A Home
If you're expecting a refund this year, here are 3 ways it could bring you closer to homeownership.
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FEB 6, 2020 | Research and Analysis
A Decade in Review
We've seen a lot of changes over the past 10 years - and the housing industry was no exception.
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FEB 4, 2020 | Homeownership
Is 2020 Your Year to Refinance?
The trifecta of interest-rate cuts in 2019 boded well for homeowners looking to refinance. Does it make sense for you?
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JAN 31, 2020 | Research and Analysis
Super Bowl Housing Trends
We're looking at the housing data for the cities participating in Super Bowl LIV.
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JAN 23, 2020 | Homeownership
Budgeting for Homeownership
To calculate your monthly spending, consider the following.
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JAN 21, 2020 | Homeownership
Who Does What?
Each member of your homebuying team will perform different, but complementary roles.
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JAN 14, 2020 | Research and Analysis
A Great Year for Housing
We're breaking down the housing market's latest trip around the sun.
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JAN 9, 2020 | Research and Analysis
Decoding the Housing Market
You're likely to encounter these terms when you look up mortgage rates or hear people discuss the "housing outlook".
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JAN 7, 2020 | Homeownership
5 Tips for Mobile House Hunting
Can apps simplify the search for your next home?
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JAN 2, 2020 | Research and Analysis
A Look Ahead: The Housing Market in 2020
With low interest rates, modest inflation and a solid labor market, there are many reasons to be optimistic about housing in the coming year.
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DEC 23, 2019 | Homeownership
Stop Homebuyers in Their Scroll
Learn the importance of listing photos when selling a home.
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DEC 18, 2019 | Homeownership
Making a [Homebuying] List, Checking it Twice.
Use our homebuying checklist if you're looking to become a homeowner in the new year.
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DEC 16, 2019 | Homeownership
Tis the Season to Sell Your Home
Unwrap these tips for selling your home during the holidays.
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DEC 10, 2019 | Homeownership
In the Know: Manufactured Homes
For many, the term "manufactured housing" doesn’t conjure images of spacious and updated homes, but perhaps it should.
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NOV 21, 2019 | Homeownership
Winter Housing Market = Buyers’ Wonderland
Find out why winter might be the best time to buy a house, and read tips for homebuying in colder weather.
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NOV 19, 2019 | Notable
Three Common Real Estate Scams
Learn about moving fraud, foreclosure scams, and rental schemes.
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NOV 14, 2019 | Homeownership
Four Reasons to Go Green
When it comes to energy-efficiency and your home, there are four notable reasons to go green.
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NOV 8, 2019 | Notable
Military Financial Readiness: Saluting your Service
Deployment is never easy, but financial readiness can help minimize stress and anxiety for you and your family
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NOV 5, 2019 | Homeownership
Bundling Up Your Home for Winter
Use this checklist to winterize your home and prepare for the colder days ahead.
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OCT 29, 2019 | Homeownership
Would You Buy a Home Next to a Cemetery?
Buying a home near a cemetery may not be as grave a mistake as you think.
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OCT 24, 2019 | Homeownership
5 Homebuying Reality TV Myths
How real is reality TV? Here are some homebuying lessons you won't learn from binge watching your favorite shows.
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OCT 22, 2019 | Rental Housing
The Economics of Renting
The cost of renting a home involves more than paying monthly rent. Find out what you need to know, for the short- and long-term.
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OCT 18, 2019 | Homeownership
Understanding Housing Counselors
If you have your eyes set on buying a home, but have questions or concerns, consider leaning on a Housing Counselor.
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OCT 16, 2019 | Research and Analysis
The Value of Accessibility
In the DC Metro Area, proximity to a Metro station has an impact on home prices.
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OCT 8, 2019 | Homeownership
What are HOAs?
A homeowners association (HOA) is a group who enforces rules to protect home values and maintain the quality of life for a community.
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OCT 4, 2019 | Homeownership
Calculate for the Cost of Homeownership
What's the real cost of owning a home? Our calculators can help you budget how much home you can afford.
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SEP 30, 2019 | Research and Analysis
Do You Have a Home Field Advantage?
NFL stadiums can have a major impact on the local economy and real estate market, where does your team rank against the rest?
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SEP 25, 2019 | Homeownership
The Best Week to Buy a Home
With kids back in school and the days getting shorter, some families may think it wise to wait for the spring or summer buying season to find a great deal on a new home.
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SEP 19, 2019 | Homeownership
Clearing Up Commission
Wondering how real estate agents get paid? It's time to learn about the real estate commission fee.
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SEP 17, 2019 | Homeownership
Six Home Improvements Offering the Highest ROI
Not all home projects are equal when it comes to earning you a return on investment.
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SEP 13, 2019 | Homeownership
Pricing Out PMI
We're here to explain what PMI is and how it can be to your benefit.
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SEP 11, 2019 | Homeownership
Pumpkin Spice and Making Your Home Nice
Have you started preparing your home for fall? As seasons change, so do your home's needs.
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SEP 4, 2019 | Rental Housing
Renter's Guide Part 2
Ready to sign the lease on your first "adult" home? As a renter, you have both rights and responsibilities, here are three things you should review with your landlord before signing.
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AUG 28, 2019 | Rental Housing
Renter's Guide to Post Graduation
For recent graduates, where you'll live is probably top of mind. To help you get started on your rental journey, here are a few questions to think about.
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AUG 23, 2019 | Homeownership
Self-Employed Mortgage Application Tips
Learn how to qualify for a mortgage if you have a non-traditional work situation.
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AUG 20, 2019 | Homeownership
Mortgage Rates: Are Your Stars Aligned?
Today's low mortgage rates can give you extra purchasing power, potentially making a home once unaffordable, affordable.
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AUG 15, 2019 | Homeownership
Choose Your Term
Whether you choose a 10-, 15-, 20- or 30-year fixed-rate mortgage, you're guaranteed that your monthly mortgage payment will remain the same for the entire term of the loan.
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AUG 13, 2019 | Research and Analysis
How is Affordability Influencing Your Zip Code?
Housing affordability is a challenge impacting over half of today's renters and homeowners.
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AUG 6, 2019 | Homeownership
10 Homebuying Acronyms You Need to Know
PMI, APR, LTV… say what? Learn some of the most important industry acronyms and their definitions, so you can sound like a pro as you go through the homebuying process.
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AUG 1, 2019 | Homeownership
FAQ: Disaster Relief
When a disaster hits home it can be overwhelming. You've got mortgage relief questions? We've got your answers.
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JUL 30, 2019 | Notable
Sparking Action: Wildfire Preparedness
If you are in an area where wildfires are an active risk, it's important to act now to protect your home later.