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House Poor: What It Means And How To Avoid It

10 Min Read
Updated Jan. 10, 2025

House poor is a situation where homeowners are spending more than they can afford on home-related expenses like mortgage, taxes, or even maintenance and repairs.

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Home Buying

Get familiar with the basics of home buying, from starting out as a first-time buyer to tips on moving into your new home.

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When it's time to sell, get to know how the process works so you can receive the best offer for your home.

Loans

If you need to borrow money to accomplish a goal, explore options such as personal loans, auto loans and more.

Mortgages

Getting a mortgage doesn't have to be too complicated. Learn how the process works and which home loan is right for you.

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Real estate can be a valuable investment. Dive into the fundamentals of homeownership, investment properties and more.

Refinancing

Find out how refinancing your mortgage can help you save money, own your home sooner or borrow against your home equity.

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