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Beginner SEO Tips for Real Estate Agents

Beginner SEO Tips for Real Estate Agents

By Aly Yale / March 13, 2024
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For most Americans, the home search starts online. They hit the web, pull out their smartphone, and start looking for an agent to help in their quest. In some cases, they might even start searching for properties without an agent…

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What Does It Mean to “Have Equity” in Your Home?

What Does It Mean to “Have Equity” in Your Home?

By Aly Yale / April 26, 2023
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If you’re a homeowner, then you’ve probably heard of home equity before — at least in some form or fashion. Whether your neighbor recently did a cash-out refinance or you’ve been told you can “take money out of your house”…

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Get to Know the Millennial Homebuyer

REALTORS®: Understanding Millennial Home Buying Trends

By Aly Yale / April 24, 2023
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There is no denying that the real estate landscape has changed in the past few years. One of the biggest driving forces behind these changes is the millennial homebuyer. In fact, according to the latest data from the National Association of REALTORS®,…

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How to Make Buying a Home Less Stressful

How to Make Buying a Home Less Stressful

By Aly Yale / April 19, 2023
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Home buying can be one of the most stressful processes you’ll ever go through. You’re on a time crunch, you have thousands of dollars on the line, and you’re dealing with dozens of vendors, reams of paperwork, and, of course,…

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What Does a "Cash-Out Refinance" Mean?

What Does a “Cash-Out Refinance” Mean?

By Aly Yale / April 12, 2023
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You’ve probably heard the term “cash-out refinance” before. Maybe your neighbor used one to pay for their new deck or your sister took one out to cover your nephew’s first year of college tuition. Whatever the reason, you know that…

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Should You Refinance at a Higher Interest Rate?

Should You Refinance at a Higher Interest Rate?

By Aly Yale / April 5, 2023
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Can a mortgage refinance still make sense if today’s interest rates are higher? While many homeowners refinance their mortgage to take advantage of lower mortgage rates, that’s not the only reason refinancing might be smart. In fact, plenty of homeowners…

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Mortgage Discount Points vs. Origination Points

Mortgage Discount Points vs. Origination Points

By Aly Yale / March 22, 2023
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When you take out a mortgage loan, you’ll likely encounter two types of “points” — discount points and origination points. Though they sound similar, these “points” actually have two distinctly different purposes. It’s important to understand both — as well as…

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Benefits of using a mortgage calculator

5 Benefits of Using an Online Mortgage Calculator

By Aly Yale / March 15, 2023
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Mortgage calculators are pretty simple. They let you determine how much your monthly mortgage would cost based on a few simple factors — things like home price, interest rate, loan amount, loan term, and other details. And while that in…

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What to Ask Your Listing Agent Before Submitting an Offer

How to Remove a Property Lien Before You Sell Your House

By Aly Yale / March 8, 2023
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If you’re considering selling your house, you might want to check for liens first.  Removing a lien on a house — or claims filed against the property due to an unpaid debt or bill — can often stall a home…

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It's Tax Season: Here Are the Mortgage Documents You Need

It’s Tax Season: Here Are the Mortgage Documents You Need

By Aly Yale / January 1, 2023
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Somehow, it’s 2023, and it’s already time to start prepping those tax returns.  Sure, we have another few months before they’re technically due, but we all know: The sooner you file, the faster that refund comes. (And who couldn’t use…

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