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What Is a HELOC?

And how's it different from the Knock Bridge Loan™? We weigh the pros and cons of a HELOC vs. our next generation bridge loan.

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Knock Bridge Loan™

All the benefits of a traditional bridge loan, with none of the cons. Experience buying and selling a home the painless way with the Knock Bridge Loan™.

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How Long Does an Appraisal Take?

How long does it take for an appraisal to come back? Read Knock’s expert guide to learn all about home appraisals, how to handle a low appraisal, and more!

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Top 10 Best Housing Markets for Buyers in 2023

Understanding the Best Housing Markets in the U.S. Slowing home sales and price growth continue to shift the market in the direction of buyers. The nation's 100 largest housing markets continue to move in the direction of favoring buyers, according to the latest data from the Knock Buyer-Seller Market Index.

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Four Ways to Prepare Clients to Buy

Interest rate buy downs and debt-to-income reductions. Use these creative financing methods to prep your clients to buy in today's market.

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What Is Earnest Money?

It's something many buyers don't understand. Here's how it works and how to protect your deposit.

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How to Win a Bidding War on a House

How do you win a bidding war on a house? Here are nine effective ways to strengthen your offer and win a bidding war on a house you love.

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How to Buy a House Before Selling

It’s time to buy a new home but you don't want to live through showings. So, how do you buy a house before selling your current home?

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Home Improvements Buyers Love

Knock's analysis found that homeowners who make the following improvements before listing their home sell 30% faster than those that don't.

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What Does Contingent Mean in Real Estate?

There are numerous real estate terms you may not be familiar with, such as "contingent". So, what does contingent mean in real estate?

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