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Handwritten notes, flowers, text messages: What desperate wanna-be buyers and agents will do to get a house — even when the owners aren’t selling.

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He sold the Playboy Mansion, Walt Disney Estate and hundreds more homes. 4 things this real estate guru says you need to know about the housing market now

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5 cool beach towns in America where you can buy a home for $350,000 or less

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I’m the founder of real estate giant RE/MAX. These are the 4 things to know if you want to buy a house now

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5 cool cities in America where you can still buy a home for $300K or less

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5 of the coolest places in America where you can still buy a home for $175K or less

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After seven straight months of home price declines, here’s what 6 economists and real estate pros say to expect from the housing market this spring

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These are the 4 states where home equity has actually declined 

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How to start planning for your retirement as a teenager

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My wife and I sold our home to her son at a $100,000 discount. He’s now selling at a $250,000 profit. Do I ask for a cut?

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My brothers are co-owners of our ailing mother’s accounts worth $1.9 million. I’m listed on a $100,000 brokerage account. How can I rectify this?

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Mortgage rates dip after Fed meeting. Freddie Mac expects rates to decline more.

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After the Fed’s comments, grab these CD rates while you still can

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‘A clear possibility of going under 6%.’ 6 economists and real estate pros predict what will happen to mortgage rates this year

Apr. 6, 2023 at 1:35 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson
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This real estate agent to the stars (clients reportedly have included Rihanna, JLo and Justin Bieber) says you should be ‘hyper-focused’ on this when house hunting

Mar. 25, 2023 at 8:42 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson
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10 most lucrative places where older Americans can sell their homes, maximize profit and retire elsewhere

Mar. 24, 2023 at 8:03 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson
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Considering a home renovation? How to tell if a HELOC is right for you

Mar. 14, 2023 at 8:26 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson
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Here’s what projects might be ‘well suited’ for a HELOC

Mar. 7, 2023 at 10:58 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson
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7 economists and real estate pros on what to expect in the housing market this spring

Mar. 5, 2023 at 7:30 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson
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Here’s what you can expect to pay for a HELOC right now

Mar. 1, 2023 at 11:09 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson
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Here’s a breakdown of the pros and cons of a HELOC. Should you take one out?

Feb. 14, 2023 at 6:00 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson
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Is taking out a HELOC worth it right now?

Feb. 7, 2023 at 10:45 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson
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6 leading real estate economists and pros on what to expect from the housing market this winter

Feb. 5, 2023 at 7:28 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson
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2 big reasons you may want to consider a HELOC, but is it right for you?

Jan. 31, 2023 at 6:23 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson
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What to know about a HELOC right now

Jan. 24, 2023 at 11:14 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson
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The percentage of homes with price cuts jumped from 7.1% in December to 13.6% this year. So we asked 7 economists and real estate pros: Is now the time to buy before the spring rush hits?

Jan. 14, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson
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Suze Orman says to be ‘very, very careful’ before you do this — but for some people it can be a savvy money move

Jan. 9, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson
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The latest HELOC rates, and 3 things you need to know about getting a HELOC now

Dec. 20, 2022 at 10:15 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson
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Is a HELOC worth taking out now? Here are some pros and cons

Dec. 13, 2022 at 11:50 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson
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What might you pay for a HELOC right now? These are the latest rates, and whether you should take one out now

Dec. 6, 2022 at 11:45 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson
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‘Flatlined’ — or not? 5 economists and real estate pros on what will happen to the housing market next

Dec. 3, 2022 at 2:48 p.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson
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In mid-November, mortgage rates saw their biggest decline since 1981. Here’s what 6 pros say will what happen next

Nov. 28, 2022 at 6:31 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson
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These are the latest HELOC rates, and here’s how to get the best rate on one

Nov. 23, 2022 at 6:19 a.m. ET by Alisa Wolfson