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Navigating the California Auction Market: A Guide to Finding and Buying a Home on Auction

Finding a home to buy on auction in California requires careful planning and research to navigate the competitive market successfully

by Manuel Martinez in Home Buying Guides

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Flipping vs Rental Investment: Which is the Smarter Choice?

Flipping or renting a property – which is the right investment choice for you? We explore pros and cons in this post

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Mistakes to Avoid When Selling Your Home

Don’t make one of these mistakes when selling a property or you could lose out on $$$!

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How to Buy REO or Bank-owned Homes at Auction

Learn how to buy REO or bank-owned homes at auction, including where to get the best information for due diligence, using RealtyTrac’s databases and resources.

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What is an REO Property and How to Buy It

by Mark-Anthony Villaflor

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What Happens When A Property Goes Into Foreclosure?

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Avoiding Scams in Pre-Foreclosure Deals

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