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These Are The Top 3 Reasons You Might Not Get a Mortgage

You thought doing your taxes was a nightmare? Wait until you apply for a mortgage.

What a Realtor Thinks When a "For Sale" Sign Goes Up Nearby

Spoiler alert: They can't stand the curiosity, either.

The 4 Big Reasons Renters Aren’t Buying Homes

More than a third of American households are renting their homes — thought not all of them want to be.

More Home Finance

What You Probably Don't Want to Touch in a Rental Apartment

At least not without permission — and only if you know what you're doing.

7 Times When the Cheaper Rent is Actually More Expensive

Double check your new home to make sure none of these hidden expenses are going to end up emptying your wallet.

The Cities Where You Can Afford to Live Alone

Roommate (not) wanted.

More Renter's Resources

11 IKEA Finds (Under $30) Every Homebuyer Needs

Between a down payment, closing costs and that hefty movers fee, there's not a lot of dough left over for all the first-home extras.

How Do You Keep from Going Too Far with Your Fixer Upper?

While stuck in the middle may not sound too appealing, it's exactly where you want to be when it comes to real estate.

One Thing That Agents Wish They Could Tell Their Buyers

Have you ever wondered what your real estate agent is thinking — like really thinking? Well, now's your chance to find out.

More About First Time Buying

We Could Live on the Terrace of This Chelsea Duplex

1-Bedroom | $1,425,000

The Connecticut House Where You Can Live Like an Architect

3-Bedroom | $650,000

The Flatiron Pre-War Loft of Your Dreams Is on the Market

1-Bedroom | $995,000

This Tiny House Comes With All the Best Big-House Trimmings

British Columbia (for now!)

2-Bedroom | $92,250

This 'Gingerbread' House Looks Straight Out of a Fairy Tale

The property is back on the market for just under $2.2 million.

This European-Inspired Tiny Home Has a Pizza Oven

You'll never have to wait for delivery again if you buy this home.

Couple Converts Old Shack Into A Desert Dream Home

When can I move in?

You Can Buy Your Own Private Island for $3 Million

Do you think they'll accept a personal check for this?