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After the Offer

You’ve looked at dozens of houses and finally found your dream home.... Read More
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At risk of foreclosure? Mortgage loss mitigation could help

Unexpected medical bills, divorce, job loss — sometimes life throws us a curve ball and the home we could afford becomes unaffordable.... Read More
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Learn from their mistakes — 10 first-time homebuyer tips

We talked to some first-time homebuyers about what they learned after they made that big purchase.... Read More

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Nevada Renters, This Is For You

The results of our 2016 housing survey are in—and are very telling, especially if you’re a renter or know someone who is. Nevada has work to do whenRead More
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5 Top Tips to Bring the Luck of the Irish — Into Your Home

We hear that kissing an Irish person brings good luck, which comes in handy on St. Patrick’s Day—and every day of the year. But if you’re not a fanRead More
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This Secret Weapon May Help You Qualify For A Home Loan

If you’re a first-time homebuyer and qualifying for a home loan presents an uphill battle, a high debt-to-income (DTI) ratio may be to blame. AsRead More
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Out Of The Mouths Of HIP Fans

We love helping homebuyers morph into homeowners. Consequently, we talk about our homebuyer programs with great zeal. (And yes, frequency.) Read More
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Happy Hug A G.I. Day, Nevada!

We love National Hug A G.I. Day, which happens every March 4. And while we salute the men and women who protect our country on this day—and thoseRead More
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Is Making An Extra Mortgage Payment Smart?

Let’s say a benevolent stranger handed you $2,000. (Hey, a person can dream—though if you qualify for our Mortgage Credit Certificate program, that soRead More

We’re not the biggest—just the country’s best!

Winning the award for being the country’s #1 state housing agency in 2016 is a big deal. It’s an even bigger deal when you consider that we took topRead More
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Facing A Mortgage Payment Shortfall: Do’s & Don’ts

You budget. You plan. You work hard to make ends meet. Good on ya! But if life throws you a curve ball and you find yourself unable to make yourRead More
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Is A Home Warranty Your Thing?

Believe it or not, National Home Warranty Day is real, and it happens to be today—February 10. In honor of the day (which was originally submitted forRead More

Nearly 10,000 Nevada Families Find Their Way Home Through HIP

As we wrapped up 2016, we had a chance to stop and look at the numbers and realized that, with the help of our partners, we have been able to helpRead More