Luke Daugherty is a freelance writer, editor and former operations manager. His work covers operations, marketing, sustainable business and personal finance, as well as many of his personal passions, ...

With home prices staying high and mortgage rates still above 6.8% as of mid-2025, many buyers are exploring alternative ways to enter the housing market. One option that continues to spark interest is ...

Only 1 real estate agent is involved. The seller wants a preapproval letter from a lender before accepting an offer. There is little, if any, room for negotiation. The home comes as-is, and it's up to ...

My husband, Dan, bought a foreclosed home in Pepper Pike in July 2009. “It was in terrible shape,” Dan said. I moved into our home in June 2011. If I keep the door closed to the master bedroom, the ...