Real Estate

A man and a woman celebrate while moving into a new home.

Buying

How to buy a house, step by step

Buying a home is a process that begins long before you start touring potential homes. ...

By Bennett Leckrone

September 11, 2026

Why Getting a Pre-Approved Home Loan is so Important - Movoto Real Estate

Finance Tips

Why preapproval for a home loan is important

If you’re like most homebuyers, taking out a loan is essential. But mortgages don’t just ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

April 11, 2022

Renting or Buying

Real Estate

Rent vs Buy: what you should consider when choosing

Deciding where to live is a deeply personal choice. We have our reasons for why ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

April 11, 2022

5 Things You Need To Know Before You Start House Hunting - Movoto Real Estate

Finance Tips

5 things to know before house hunting

1. Something you should know, but probably don’t: Your credit score Before house hunting for ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

April 11, 2022

Simultaneously buying and selling a house

Buying

8 mistakes to avoid when simultaneously buying and selling a house

It’s generally a pretty exciting time when you’re buying a new home. It’s full of ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

April 27, 2022

Home Seller Checklist: 9 Steps to Prepare to Sell Your Home - Movoto Real Estate

Selling

9 steps to follow when selling your home

Selling your home can be a stressful and emotional experience. There is a lot of ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

April 19, 2022

Boost Your Credit Score

Buying

7 ways to boost your credit score before buying a home

1. Keep an eye on your credit balances Plain and simple: keep your balances low. ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

April 19, 2022

mortgage payment

Finance Tips

4 ways to understand your mortgage payment

A mortgage payment is composed of the principal, interest, property taxes, and insurance. The principal ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

March 11, 2026

mid-century modern architecture

Architecture & Design

Explore the history of mid-century modern architecture

Mid-century modern architecture has been incredibly popular since the style first developed in the middle ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

April 11, 2022

What is an Amortization Calculator? - Movoto by OJO

Buying

What is an amortization calculator?

An amortization calculator shows how your mortgage balance changes over time and how much of ...

By Bennett Leckrone

September 16, 2026

Sell Your Home

Real Estate

Sell your home: 8 questions to ask yourself if your home isn’t selling

If your home isn’t selling, these are the important things to reassess to make it ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

April 11, 2022

how accurate is a mortgage loan calculator

Finance Tips

How Accurate Are Mortgage Calculators? What They Can and Can’t Tell You

A mortgage calculator can give you a very accurate estimate of principal and interest. But ...

By Bennett Leckrone

September 29, 2026

11 House Hunting Tips for First-Time Homebuyers - Movoto by OJO

Real Estate

11 house hunting tips for first-time homebuyers

So you’re buying your first home. Here are a few important things that all first-time ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

April 19, 2022

Basics

How Much Is A Down Payment On A House? It Really Depends.

While the typical conventional down payment for a home is 20%, the percentage you put ...

By Jerimiah Taylor

September 27, 2024

What to Expect When Buying an HOA Property - Movoto Real Estate

Real Estate

What to expect when buying an HOA property

Buying a property that’s part of an HOA has its benefits and pitfalls. Be prepared ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

April 19, 2022

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