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Which Cities Have the Highest and Lowest Property Taxes in the United States? Hero

Which Cities Have the Highest and Lowest Property Taxes in the United States?

If you own a home or commercial property, you know that property taxes can be an expensive part of the package. Although often a big expense, property taxes help pay for municipal services like street maintenance, sanitation, police, libraries, and more. Some cities in the United States pay considerably more in property taxes than others. Do you know which cities have the lowest and highest property taxes in the U.S.? The researchers at RealEstateAgents.com looked at property tax data from the

Amber Martinez
Should You Let Your Agent Hold an Open House?

Should You Let Your Agent Hold an Open House?

If you hold an open house, you can maximize your listing’s visibility and attract buyers who want more than the online experience.

Scott Castillo
Do Sellers Pay Agent Fees When Selling a Home?

Do Sellers Pay Agent Fees When Selling a Home?

Who pays when selling a home? Generally, sellers pay the agent fees for the transaction. Here’s what you need to know.

Tom Monaghan
The Average Age and Income of Home Buyers (and Home Sellers) in the 50 Biggest Metro Areas hero

The Average Age and Income of Home Buyers (and Home Sellers) in the 50 Biggest Metro Areas

The average age of home buyers in the United States is 47 years old, while the average age of home sellers in the U.S. is 55 years old. The average incomes of home buyers and sellers in the U.S. are just below $100,000, with only a small margin of $2,500 between the two amounts. How do these national averages compare to those who are buying a new home or selling a home in the most bustling metropolitan areas of the country? To seek out the answer, RealEstateAgents.com analyzed data from the Home

Amber Martinez
What is Earnest Money When Buying a House?

What is Earnest Money When Buying a House?

Earnest money is funds included in a buyer’s offer to show the seller that they are serious about the listing, helping the offer stand out.

Myron Lo
What is Title Insurance and Do I Need It?

What is Title Insurance and Do I Need It?

What is title insurance? Title insurance protects against loss from defects with a property title. Here’s what you need to know.

Scott Castillo
5 Contingencies You Should Never Take Off a Home Offer

5 Contingencies You Should Never Take Off a Home Offer

The property inspection and home appraisal are two essential home-buying contingencies that should not be taken off of the offer. Here are the other three.

Tom Monaghan
What is a Buyer's Broker Agreement and Do Buyers Need One?

What is a Buyer's Broker Agreement and Do Buyers Need One?

A buyer’s broker agreement is a formal service contract between a homebuyer and a real estate professional outlining responsibilities and expectations.

Amber Martinez
5 Qualities of Real Estate Agents for First-Time Homebuyers

5 Qualities of Real Estate Agents for First-Time Homebuyers

Communicative, supportive, and strategic are a few of the most important qualities of real estate agents first-time buyers should prioritize.

Myron Lo
What's the Difference: Home Inspection vs. Home Appraisal

What's the Difference: Home Inspection vs. Home Appraisal

Home inspection vs. home appraisal: A home inspection assesses the property condition, while an appraisal calculates the fair market value.

Amber Martinez
6 Essential Questions For Listing Agents

6 Essential Questions For Listing Agents

Here are six of the most important questions for listing agent when you are searching for the best agent for your transaction.

Scott Castillo
What Does Sold "As-Is" Mean?

What Does Sold "As-Is" Mean?

What does sold “as-is” mean in real estate? In these cases, the seller is not required to make any changes or alterations to the home.

Tom Monaghan
3 Things that Make Buying a Foreclosure Different

3 Things that Make Buying a Foreclosure Different

The process of buying a foreclosure differs from the process of buying a traditional property listed by the seller. Here’s how.

Tom Monaghan
How Do Rising Interest Rates Impact Your Mortgage Payment?

How Do Rising Interest Rates Impact Your Mortgage Payment?

A slight increase in your mortgage interest rate can significantly increase your mortgage payment amount. Here’s what you need to know.

Amber Martinez

What Does it Mean to Buy Down Your Mortgage Rate?

When you buy down your mortgage rate, you have the chance to access reduced interest on your loan.

Tom Monaghan

What is Mortgage PMI?

Mortgage PMI is a type of private mortgage insurance applied to mortgage loans with less than a 20% down payment.

Tom Monaghan
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