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How to Protect a New Home Investment

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4 Your HomeMarch 24, 2022 4:41 pm

How to Protect a New Home Investment

The housing market is red hot, and some buyers are paying thousands over the asking price and crossing out inspection clauses just to play in the game. News4’s Erika Gonzalez shares ways to protect the biggest investment of your life.

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