Should I Buy a House With Termites?
By Amanda DodgeRead this before buying a house with termites and learn what's fixable and what's a dealbreaker, and if you…
Amanda Dodge is a real estate writer and expert. She has worked in the field for more than eight years. She spends her time writing and researching trends in real estate, finance, and business. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in Communications from Florida State University.
Articles Written By Amanda Dodge
How to Get Closing Costs Waived, Reduced, or Negotiated
By Amanda DodgeThere are opportunities to reduce your closing costs before you buy. Here's how to get closing costs waived or…
Who Pays Buyer’s Agent Fees?
By Amanda DodgeThis guide will cover everything you need to know about who pays buyer’s agent fees and how much you…
How to Buy a House with Low Income and No Down Payment
By Amanda DodgeThis guide will address how to buy a house with low income and no down payment while providing multiple…
Paperwork for Selling a House Without a Realtor: Your Essential Guide
By Amanda DodgeGet to know the process and paperwork involved in selling your house without a Realtor. See your detailed guide…
What is a Condemned House and Can You Buy or Sell It?
By Amanda DodgeDeal of a lifetime or money pit? Can you even sell a condemned house? Learn what a condemned house…
How to Find Assumable Mortgages (Especially VA, FHA, and USDA Loans)
By Amanda DodgeWith mortgage rates hovering around 6–7% in 2026, a growing number of prospective homebuyers are asking the same question:…
How to Sell a House in Poor Condition
By Amanda DodgeYou can develop a strategy to sell your home regardless of its current state. Learn how to sell a…
How to Get a Home Appraisal for Free
By Amanda DodgeA home appraisal is an unbiased evaluation of your home’s value. You might think your house is priceless, but…
How to Estimate Closing Costs When Paying Cash
By Amanda DodgeEven when you pay cash for a home purchase, closing costs don’t disappear. You still owe fees for title…
Can You Buy a House With an LLC and Rent It to Yourself?
By Amanda DodgeCan you buy a house with an LLC and rent it to yourself? While possible, this isn't always a…
Can a Husband and Wife Buy Separate Homes?
By Amanda DodgeIf you are looking to buy a house separate from your partner’s finances, know that you aren’t alone. There…
How is Capital Gains Tax Calculated on Inherited Property?
By Amanda DodgeIn the days following the passing of a loved one, the executor of the will and any legal representatives…
How to Buy a House with Bad Credit but Good Income
By Amanda DodgeLearn how to buy a house with bad credit but good income. Here are a few options to consider…
Should You Use the Same Realtor for Buying and Selling
By Amanda DodgeShould you use the same Realtor for buying and selling? There are multiple pros and cons of this decision.…
Digital Twin Real Estate Marketing: A Playbook for Agents and Property Managers
By Amanda DodgeLearn more about digital twin real estate marketing and how these advanced virtual tours attract prospective buyers.
How to Use a 1031 Exchange to Acquire Delaware Statutory Trusts
By Amanda DodgeOne option for tax deferral is to complete a 1031 exchange to Delaware Statutory Trusts (DST). Learn more about…
Real Estate Tokenization: A Practical Guide To Fractional Ownership And Digital Assets
By Amanda DodgeReal estate tokenization is the process of converting real-world assets (RWAs) into digital assets via blockchain technology. Learn more.