I trusted AI instead of an agent to buy a home. I saved around $7,000 in fees.

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Photo collage of a woman, a house, and AI home searching

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Photos of 13 iconic landmarks as they were being constructed

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Jefferson's head under construction during Mount Rushmore's construction.
Mount Rushmore under construction.

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I bought my first home at 27 thanks to a $20,000 down payment grant. I wish more people knew about these resources.

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Jasmine Austin found a down payment assistance program that helped her purchase her first home while on a teacher's salary.
Jasmine Austin found a down payment assistance program that helped her purchase her first home while on a teacher's salary.

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I left the US to buy a house in the French countryside 5 years ago. Despite the unexpected problems, I'm glad I did it.

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Author Jenny Becker smiling in her kitchen
I bought a 17th-century farmhouse in France after becoming a divorced empty-nester — it was falling apart and so was I.

Jenny Becker

I moved in with my parents at 24 to avoid rent in one of the most expensive areas in the US. It saves me $3000 a month.

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Amrita Bhasin moved back with her parents after college.

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America has an elderly housing crisis. The solution is hiding in your backyard.

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Rear view of a retired senior man reading a newspaper in front of houses.

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To most New Yorkers, Coney Island is the people's playground, known for treacherous Cyclone rides and Nathan's hot dog-eating competitions. To Ruth Douglas, it's been home for the last 40 years.

These Texas cities have the healthiest real estate markets in the US. See who else made the top 10.

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An aerial view of Plano, Texas.
Texas cities fill up multiple spots in the top 10 healthiest markets list.

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After losing my dream job in New York, I sold everything and moved into an RV. It's helped me redefine success.

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The writer, her partner, and her dog in front of their new RV.
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Jessica Safavimehr

I moved to New York City on a whim after almost a decade in Florida. Here are the 11 biggest surprises, so far.

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The author moved to New York City from Florida a few months ago.

Jiselle Lee

Why Trump's push for a 50-year mortgage could backfire

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President Donald Trump
Donald Trump teased a 50-year mortgage over the weekend, with the FHFA director adding that the administration is working on a plan.

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