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The housing market is changing, and buyers are starting to gain more room to move.

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Your credit score is one of the first financial factors lenders review when you apply for a mortgage, but it is not the only thing that determines whether you can buy a home. Different loan programs have different credit...

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For first-time homebuyers, credit is one of the first things to understand before you start seriously looking at homes.

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Selling a home is not just about putting a sign in the yard, uploading photos, and waiting for offers.

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Choosing a real estate agent is not something buyers or sellers should treat casually.

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Selling a home is one of the largest financial decisions most people will make. That means the person you choose to represent you should not be an afterthought.

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If you’ve fallen behind on your mortgage payments, you may be carrying the weight of financial stress, uncertainty, and concern about what comes next for you and your family. The important thing to know is that you may s...

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Every seller wants to know the same thing:

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Many buyers assume affordability is determined by what a lender says they can borrow. In reality, the smartest homebuying decisions begin with understanding what fits your budget, your lifestyle, and your long-term goals...

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Open houses are one of those real estate topics people love to debate.

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Buying a home is a major life decision, and the financial impact goes beyond the monthly mortgage payment.

","url":"https://20westrealty.com/blog/f/renting-vs-owning-what-changes-when-tax-season-comes-around","title":"Renting vs. Owning: What Changes When Tax Season Comes Around?","summary":"Buying a home is a major life decision, and the financial impact goes beyond the monthly mortgage payment.","date_modified":"2026-01-15T17:00:00Z"}]}