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Tips and Resources for Every Step of Your Rental Journey
Use this guide to help you navigate the different stages of renting a home.
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Making a Homebuying Wish List
Creating a wish list can help you prioritize what’s important and keep you on track when you look for homes in person or online.
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4 Easy Ways You Can Lower Your Apartment Energy Bills
Renting in a green building or making energy-conscious changes to maximize the efficiency of your apartment can help the environment and lower your utility bills.
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A Beginner's Guide to Renters Insurance
Learn what typically is and is not covered by renters insurance, where you can get it, how much it costs and more.
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How You Can Make Your Home More Energy- and Water-Efficient
Learn about home upgrades that can help you reduce your energy and water use and save you money.
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Why You Should Consider a Home Energy Audit
Energy-efficient upgrades can save you money on utilities and increase your home’s value.
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6 Simple Ways to Save Energy and Water in Your Home
Here are six easy home improvement projects that can save you money while reducing your energy and water consumption.
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A Closer Look at Refinancing
Learn the answers to five common questions about refinancing to help determine if it’s the right move for you.
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When Is the Right Time to Refinance?
There are several factors you should consider when deciding whether refinancing is right for you.
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What You Should Know About Digital Mortgage Tools
Learn more about why lenders are adopting digital underwriting tools and how they impact the loan application process.
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Breathing New Life into Old: Buying Fixer-Upper and Distressed Homes
Purchasing a fixer-upper or distressed home can be a smart financial investment, while also providing you with a place to call your own.
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5 Steps to Prepare for House Hunting
These five steps will help you shop smarter once you’ve hit the homebuying market.
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Struggling to Pay Your Rent? Know Your Options
If you are struggling to pay rent due to a financial hardship, there are several steps you can take to help keep a roof over your head.
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4 Tips to Find the Right Rental Unit
Start your housing search on the right foot by finding a rental unit that fits your needs.
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Protecting Your Investment with Home Insurance
A home insurance policy can provide vital protection to your home and your family. Learn the basics of home insurance.
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What You Should Know About Ending Your Lease
A closer look at steps you can take if you need to end your lease early.
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Understanding Lenders and How They Help Homebuyers
Learn more about lenders and the important role they play in your homebuying journey.
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Three Pro Tips for First-Time Homebuyers
As you look to buy your first home, learn about the special tools and resources that can set you up for success.
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How Community Land Trusts Can Make Homebuying More Affordable
Learn what a community land trust is, how it works and how this structure may make it possible for you to buy a home.
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5 Steps to Prepare for Buying a Home
If you are planning to buy a home, getting educated and organized before you start house hunting can help the homebuying process go more smoothly.
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Energy Efficient Mortgage: What is It and How Do I Get One?
If you’re in the market for a green home or need financing for efficiency upgrades, an EEM could be right for you.
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Understanding Who’s on Your Homebuying Team
Your homebuying team is made up of professionals who are there to support you every step of the way. Let’s take a closer look at your team.
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The Ultimate Guide to Renovating Your Home
Helpful tips for each stage of your renovation project.
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How Much Can I Sell My Home For?
Learn more about how to determine the listing price of your home.
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Moving Costs to Consider During Your Next Move
Whatever your situation, there are several common costs you should consider as you budget for your next move.
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How to Spot Moving Fraud and What to Do if You’re a Victim
Don’t let fraud spoil your move. Learn what moving fraud is, best practices to avoid it and resources to report it.
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Stories That Hit Home: How Freddie Mac Is Making Home Possible for Families
This year, we told these homeowners' and renters' stories. In 2023, we want to help you write your own.
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Improve Your Financial Health by Managing Debts and Expenses
Learn more about prioritizing different types of debts and expenses.
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What Are HOAs?
Learn about the services HOAs typically offer, the types of rules you may need to follow, and why it’s important to pay your HOA fees.
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What You Should Know About Mortgage Assumptions
Learn more about how mortgage assumptions can help if you need to change ownership of a property.
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7 Things to Do Before Moving into Your New Apartment
Follow these tips to make your move as seamless as possible.
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11 Tips for Working with Contractors on a Home Renovation
Follow these suggestions to help make sure renovation projects that require the professional help of a contractor go smoothly.
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5 Tips for Buying New Construction
Buying new construction can provide you with exciting choices, but the buying process is different and warrants some tips for success.
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Basic Training: Empowering Veterans with Financial Education
Learn how Soldier On is using CreditSmart to help unhoused veterans improve their financial situations and secure reliable housing.
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What You Should Know About Buying a HomeSteps Home
Learn more about how HomeSteps is helping families find affordable homes.
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What You Need to Know About Discount Points
Learn how discount points affect your mortgage and when you should consider buying them.
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Home Renovation Projects that Can Help You Sell for More
If you're thinking about selling your home, a few of the right types of renovations can help increase your sales price.
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Understanding Commission When You Sell Your Home
Your listing agent is paid a commission when your house is sold. Here’s how that works.
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3 Steps to Help You Recover from a Disaster
Taking these three steps can help you get back on your feet after a disaster.
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How a Refinance Can Help You Finance Home Renovations
Home renovations are a great way to increase the value of your home, but they can quickly grow expensive.
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Top 4 Things Every New Homeowner Should Do
While you unpack and settle in, here are four steps you should take right away as a new homeowner.
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How to Manage Your ADU as a Rental Unit
Renting out your ADU can be valuable source of income. Take a closer look at what you should know about managing and maintaining a rental unit.
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Homebuying Glossary: The Top 10 Acronyms You Need to Know
Learn some of the housing acronyms that you will likely encounter when buying a home.
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What Renters Should Know About Natural Disasters
Learn more about how to prepare for natural disasters as a renter.
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The Homeowner's Guide to Home Maintenance
Timely maintenance and repairs help protect your home, provide your family with greater comfort and even enhance your home's value.
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3 Tips for Buying an Energy- and Water-Efficient Home
From windows to water heaters and insulation to certifications, learn how to look for efficiency in a home you’re considering buying.
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Avoiding Fraud: What Is Call Spoofing?
Learn how to protect you and your family from call spoofing scams.
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How Planning Your Estate Can Help You Prepare for the Future
Planning your estate can help you preserve your wealth by transferring your assets to your children or other beneficiaries.
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6 Tips for First-Time Renters
Use these helpful tips to get you started on your rental journey with confidence.
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How to Set and Preserve Financial Goals
By creating and maintaining a plan to achieve your financial goals, you can ensure you remain on track over time.
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