Buying A Home

Buying a home is a big step. Here is advice, rates and more to buy the home of your dreams.

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What is an easement in real estate?

Easements, which grant an outside party the legal right to use private property, can be complicated.

5 min read Aug 08, 2022
What does ‘opportunity zone’ mean in real estate?

Developers, homebuyers and investors may be able to find a bargain in an Opportunity Zone.

4 min read Jun 01, 2022
What is an escalation clause, and can it help you win a bidding war?

An escalation clause automatically raises your offer if you get outbid, which has benefits and dangers.

4 min read May 10, 2022
How to find open houses near you

Open houses let you see a home for sale in person. Here are the best ways to find them.

4 min read May 09, 2022
Ask Bankrate: How much do you need in savings to buy a home?

A prospective homebuyer wants to know how much savings is needed.

5 min read Oct 02, 2020
Parents have trouble saving because of mortgage payments, Bankrate survey finds

A new Bankrate survey also finds 1 in 4 Americans is open to buying a home in 2017.

4 min read Feb 09, 2017