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How to Talk to Friends About Co-Buying Property Together

This post is an excerpt from the Amazon Bestseller book Pair'd: A Dating Guide to Real Estate Partnership by Nikki Merkerson. Want more insights like…

PairGapJuly 9, 2025

House keys and the word RENT symbolizing that rent is the most expensive thing you’ll never own.

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Rent Is the Most Expensive Thing You’ll Never Own

Rent Is the Most Expensive Thing You’ll Never Own – And I'm Here to Change That For over two decades, I’ve dedicated my career to…

PairGapJune 23, 2025

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What If Marriage Isn’t the Only Way to Buy a Home?

Let’s be real. The old narrative said you had to find "the one," get married, and then maybe buy a home together. But what if…

PairGapJune 10, 2025

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The Co-Buyer Compatibility Guide: Understanding Investment Personality Types

When it comes to real estate partnerships, the real work starts with you—not your future co-buyer. A lot of people jump into shared ownership because…

PairGapMarch 31, 2025

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Would You Partner With You? How to Prepare for Real Estate Co-Buying

Know thyself Before You Partner Up! When it comes to buying property with a partner, the first person you need to evaluate isn’t the potential…

PairGapFebruary 24, 2025

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Down Payment 101

Saving a down payment is an essential step on the journey to homeownership. You might think you need a huge chunk of money upfront, but…

PairGapJanuary 23, 2020

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To Improve Your Credit: Treat It Like a Game

It’s easy to get stressed when your credit isn’t where you want it to be. It might feel like your credit is keeping you from…

PairGapJanuary 23, 2020

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Renting vs. Buying: Why it pays to own property

Lots of people think they can’t afford to buy a home, so they rent. But in the long run, renting leaves you with nothing.

PairGapAugust 31, 2019

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