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RHB Assets From IGX: A middle-aged woman using a calculator.

Homeowner Tips - 5-Minute Read

Erin Gobler - Feb 19, 2024

How To Lower Your Mortgage Payment: 8 Ways To Consider

Are you looking for ways to make your home budget stretch further? Discover how to lower your mortgage payment with our handy list of money-saving strategies.
RHB Assets From IGX: Young woman painting and dancing in her new home

Homeowner Tips - 6-Minute Read

Christian Byers - Feb 19, 2024

Routine House Maintenance Costs And How To Budget For Them

Homeownership means routine house maintenance. Learn what that looks like and how much you should budget to afford these costs and preserve home value.

RHB Assets From IGX: Smartphone displaying interior design app with a 3D room visualization.

Homeowner Tips - 10-Minute Read

Morgan McBride - Feb 19, 2024

12 Best Home Design Apps In 2023

Planning a home design project? Explore our guide to the best user-friendly home design apps so you can test your design ideas on your mobile device or desktop.
RHB Assets From IGX: House with a blue sky in the background and text overlay about home warranty cost.

Home Buying - 10-Minute Read

Melissa Brock - Feb 18, 2024

How Much Does A Home Warranty Cost And Is It Worth It?

Wondering what the average home warranty costs and whether it's worth buying? Read our article about the ins and outs of different home warranty plans.
Country house surrounded by trees

Home Buying - 7-Minute Read

Josephine Nesbit - Feb 18, 2024

When Is The Best Time To Buy A House?

The best time to buy a home depends on current real estate trends and your financial situation. Read on to learn how to decide the best time to buy a house.
Woman talking on the phone while looking at a laptop

Home Buying - 6-Minute Read

Erin Gobler - Feb 18, 2024

What Is The Multiple Listing Service (MLS) In Real Estate?

The multiple listing service is a network where real estate pros share information about properties for sale. See how the MLS can help you find the right home. 

RHB Assets From IGX: Old-fashioned water well in a rural setting

Home Buying - 6-Minute Read

Carla Ayers - Feb 18, 2024

Well Inspections: What To Know Before Buying A House With A Well

Worried about buying a home with a private well? Don’t fret! Read on to learn how annual well inspections can help improve your home’s water quality and taste.

A woman using an iPad and taking notes at a desk.

Homeowner Tips - 8-Minute Read

Holly Shuffett - Feb 18, 2024

How Much Does It Cost To Paint A House? A Guide To Interior And Exterior Costs

The cost of painting a house can vary by size and the quality of the paint. Use our guide to learn how much it costs to paint a house and get cost-cutting tips. 

RHB Assets From IGX: A couple receiving tips on how to be mortgage-ready.

Home Buying - 4-Minute Read

Carla Ayers - Feb 17, 2024

How To Get Mortgage-Ready With These 5 Credit Tips

The first step to getting mortgage-ready is making sure your credit score is healthy enough to get a loan. Learn how to get your credit mortgage-ready here.  
Man looks up at camera while using computer with smile on his face.

Home Buying - 8-Minute Read

Jamie Johnson - Feb 15, 2024

How To Calculate Your Monthly Mortgage Payment

Buying a home and not sure how much your monthly mortgage payment will be? Learn what the elements of the monthly payment are and how to calculate it.
Couple working out budget together.

Home Buying - 5-Minute Read

Melissa Brock - Feb 14, 2024

How To Budget For A House: A Step-By-Step Guide

Preparing for homeownership takes more than just research. Learn how to budget for a house with our step-by-step breakdown of the costs of buying a home.

Woman sitting on couch, browsing on a laptop

Homeowner Tips - 5-Minute Read

Carla Ayers - Feb 14, 2024

Property Line Disputes: How To Prevent And Resolve Them

Property line disputes often involve fence encroachments, easements or trespassing. Learn how to settle property line disputes without ending up in a courtroom.
Person reassembling kitchen cabinets during a renovation project

Home Buying - 6-Minute Read

Carla Ayers - Feb 9, 2024

Contemporary-Style Houses: Characteristics And How To Create One

Contemporary style houses can reflect a number of trends from the 21st century. Learn about what sets contemporary homes apart from other popular home styles.

An exterminator in workwear, spraying pesticide.

Homeowner Tips - 6-Minute Read

Holly Shuffett - Feb 9, 2024

Sunroom Addition Cost: A Complete Breakdown

A sunroom can add functionality and living space, but how much does an addition cost? Uncover the costs of a sunroom addition and if it’s right for you.
RHB Assets From IGX: A group of friends enjoying time together at an outdoor café.

Home Buying - 17-Minute Read

Melissa Brock - Feb 6, 2024

The Top 25 The Most Affordable Places To Live In The U.S.

Looking for an affordable place to call home? Check out our list of the top 25 most affordable places to live in the U.S. and find your dream home today.

RHB Assets From IGX: Real estate agent discussing dual agency with a couple

Home Buying - 5-Minute Read

Jamie Johnson - Feb 5, 2024

Dual Agency: What Home Sellers And Buyers Should Know

Dual agency means a real estate agent is working for both the buyer and the seller of a property. Discover the pros and cons of a dual agency situation.

Two adults embrace with moving boxes in the background

Home Buying - 8-Minute Read

Carla Ayers - Feb 5, 2024

First-Time Home Buyer Tips To Know

Ready to buy your first home and become a homeowner? Prepare yourself for the home buying journey with our guide featuring the best first-time home buyer tips.

A real estate agent meeting with clients.

Home Buying - 4-Minute Read

Josephine Nesbit - Feb 5, 2024

Right Of Rescission: What It Means And When It Applies

The right of rescission refers to your right to cancel a refinance mortgage contract. Learn how long this period lasts and how it relates to real estate.