Rent-to-own homes are a little-known option that may help first-time homebuyers get the house they’ve always wanted in a tough market. Essentially, rent-to-own homes offer an alternative pathway to ...

Before the heating system failed in the depths of winter, before the foundation appeared to shift, before she and her husband watched YouTube videos in order to fix the dishwasher, Amber Gutierrez ...

Mat and Amber Harkless joke that they were the last couple in America to buy a house without a bidding war, just before the market exploded in 2020. Despite high credit scores and no debt, the couple ...

Rent-to-own agreements combine leasing with a purchase option, setting terms for rent and future buying. Due diligence is crucial; always review contracts, ask relevant questions, and get legal advice ...

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Blackstone is planning a $1 billion move to expand its backing of single-family rental offerings, picking up homes that will be rented at below-market rates. Home Partners of America, a rent-to-own ...