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Start Your Home Search Online

You’re finally at the fun part—time to start searching for your dream home. The internet ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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Types of Properties

Depending on where you live, there are different types of properties you can buy: Single ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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Real Estate Listing Statuses Explained: Active, Pending and More

As you search for homes online, you’ll encounter labels such as active, contingent, pending, coming ...

By Bennett Leckrone

September 21, 2026

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Property Tour Tips

Seeing really is believing, especially when it comes to buying a home. Property Tour Tips ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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Questions to Ask at Property Tours

Don’t be shy about asking a lot of detailed questions about a property you’re interested ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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House Hunting Red Flags

There are several red flags when you’re searching for homes that an unseasoned buyer wouldn’t ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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Avoid Real Estate Scams

With such a huge investment, you’re bound to encounter unsavory people who are trying to ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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Before You Make an Offer

Once you’ve found a property you’re ready to make an offer on, you have to ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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Title Companies, Escrow Companies, and Real Estate Lawyers

What is a title company? The purpose of a title company is to inform the ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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Making an Offer

What happens when you make an offer? STEP 1 You and your agent fill out ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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What Are Encumbrances?

Unfortunately, you’re not out of the woods just yet. There are still issues that can ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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Pre-closing: Tips for Getting an Inspection

1) Make sure you hire someone who is experienced and licensed. Someone accredited by the ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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Pre-closing: What Does an Inspector Look For?

At the bare minimum, an inspector is looking at: Exterior site Building foundation Exterior walls ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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Pre-closing: Gathering Deposit Funds

As discussed in our section about fund seasoning, you have to be careful how you ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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What to Do at Your Final Walkthrough

Your final walkthrough is your last chance to make sure the property is in the ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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