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Zombie Mortgages Are Back: Why Old Home Loans Are Resurfacing
Forgotten second mortgages from the housing crash are reappearing — sometimes with bigger balances and foreclosure risk.
By Paige Cerulli
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Don't Defer Retirement if You're a Landlord, Defer Taxes
A millionaire couple spent 30 years building a real estate empire — and nearly handed a million dollars of it to the IRS before discovering an exit strategy.
By Daniel Goodwin
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Iran War Looms Over Spring Home-Buying Season
The Kiplinger Letter The Iran conflict has put the housing market recovery on hold by driving up mortgage rates and raising costs for builders.
By Rodrigo Sermeño
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When a Home Upgrade Becomes a Lifestyle Creep Trap
Do you know how much that new backyard will actually end up costing you each month?
By Becca van Sambeck
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I Bought a House With Solar Panels. What Do I Do With Them Now?
The $20 utility bills are definitely a "pro."
By Alexandra Svokos
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What to Do With an Inherited House
Inheriting a property often brings a tough choice: keep it, rent it, or sell it? Here's what to consider.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Mortgage Rates Are Rising Again — Here's What You Should Do
Geopolitical tension, inflation pressure and shifting demand are pushing rates higher. Here's how the housing market is reacting and what it means if you're planning to buy, sell or refinance.
By Choncé Maddox
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Prevent Title Fraud: Smart Steps to Protect Your Deed
Scams Protect yourself from deed theft with these free steps. You don’t need to pay a company to protect your your home title.
By Carla Ayers
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Protect Your Retirement Wealth After Moving to a Cheaper State
While a move can protect your legacy, many retirees stumble at the finish line by ignoring the strict state residency tests used to challenge their new status.
By Donna LeValley
