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2025
Thinking about selling your home to an investor? You’re not alone. Many homeowners are discovering that selling a house to an investor can be a smart alternative to the traditional real estate market. Whether you’re facing a tight timeline, relocation, dealing with a property that needs work, or simply want to skip the stress of showings and repairs, selling an investor might be a good fit for...
Life doesn’t always go according to plan, and sometimes that dream renovation project or new construction becomes more of a burden than a blessing. Whether you’ve run out of funds midway through a remodel, inherited a half-finished property, or faced unexpected life changes, you’re not alone. Thousands of homeowners find themselves needing to sell an unfinished house each year. With the right...
When you sell a home, you may ask who pays for title insurance? Usually, the seller is responsible for the owner’s title insurance policy, while the buyer covers the lender’s policy. However, this division of costs can change based on local customs and what is agreed upon in the sales contract. Whether you’re selling a home in Austin, TX, Seattle, WA, or Atlanta, GA, this Redfin guide will walk you...
Decision Day has come and gone, but it’s far from the last big choice you’ll face in college. From first-year students to upperclassmen, weighing between living on campus vs. off campus can be a hard choice. There are pros and cons to each, and several important factors to consider before taking the leap. We’ll take a closer look at all of them with you below. In this article: Can I live in...
If you’ve served in the military (or if your spouse has), you have access to one of the most powerful homebuying tools out...
The week before closing is one of the busiest stages of a home sale. It’s when buyers and sellers complete the final steps to prepare for closing day, including the final walkthrough, signing and reviewing paperwork, transferring funds, confirming insurance, and planning move-in or move-out details. In short, this is the week when everything comes together to ensure a smooth handoff of the home. Whether...
Walk into almost any house built before 1978, and there’s a good chance the walls, windows, or even trim are coated in lead-based paint. Back in the day, lead paint was thought of as a miracle material because it was durable, smooth, and long-lasting. Decades later, we know better, and now lead paint is considered one of the most common hidden health hazards in older homes. But lead-based paint...
When buying a home, saving for a large down payment can be one of the biggest hurdles. That’s where an FHA loan can make a difference. Backed by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), this type of mortgage helps first-time and moderate-income buyers qualify for homeownership with flexible credit requirements and a lower down payment. In this Redfin article, we’ll explain what an FHA loan is, how it...
When you’re buying a home, one of the most important choices you’ll make is selecting the right mortgage lender. The lender you choose will influence your loan options, interest rate, and overall experience — potentially saving you thousands over time. In this Redfin article, we’ll walk through how to compare lenders, what to look for, and how to make the smartest choice for your budget. Whether...