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Aug 203 min read

How to find a short-term lease: Flexibility for future home buyers

When buying a home, timing doesn't always work out perfectly. You may find that you need a place to live for weeks or months before you...

Aug 203 min read

How to find a rent-to-own property

It sounds like a dream-come-true scenario: rent a home you love and eventually own it. But rent-to-own make up only about 5% of the real...

Aug 203 min read

Rent to own: How does it work?

Rent to own creates an opportunity for renters to save for a down payment as part of their monthly rent. It can be a good option if you...

Aug 202 min read

Renting vs. buying: When should you make the switch?

There comes a time in most renters' lives when they get the itch to have more control over their future. You might want more space, the...

Aug 203 min read

Do I need renters insurance?

Renters insurance covers more than just theft of your belongings. It also covers living expenses if you're displaced by problems with...

Aug 203 min read

A renter's guide to saving money to buy a home

When you're renting your home, it can feel impossible to put money aside after paying your monthly rent and other bills. Student loans,...

Jul 303 min read

How much should I be spending on rent?

Various equations can mathematically determine how much you should pay on rent. But, as we all know, life isn't always as predictable as...

Jul 242 min read

Steps to take before transitioning from renter to homeowner

So you've made the decision to stop renting and start building wealth by becoming a homeowner. Congratulations! But before you celebrate,...