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How Savvy Retirees Turn Second Homes Into Passive Income EnginesBuying a second home in retirement can be a pretty smart money move, especially if you’ve got a solid nest egg. Just make sure you weigh the pros and cons first.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Why You Might Want to Keep Your Mortgage in RetirementIf your interest rate is around 3%, keeping your loan could give you greater financial flexibility, tax perks, and peace of mind.
By Maurie Backman
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What Happens When You Inherit a House — With Your SiblingsInheriting a house with siblings can raise questions about ownership, taxes and costs. Learn your options for selling, keeping or buying out the home.
By Choncé Maddox
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I'm a Retirement Editor, But My Parents' Estate Tripped Me Up With a Snake and a GunMy parents took meticulous care of their home and estate planning. But when it came time to sell their house of 54 years, all hell broke loose. Here are the five lessons I learned.
By Ellen B. Kennedy
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Kiplinger Housing Outlook: May Sees Multifamily Building SpikeEconomic Outlooks High mortgage rates, persistent affordability constraints and elevated input costs continue to plague the housing market.
By Rodrigo Sermeño
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How Your Employer Could Help You Buy a HomeMore companies are looking at offering employees support for buying a home — including down payment assistance — as a workplace benefit.
By Landy Liu
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5 Little-Known Senior Property Tax Breaks in 2026Retirement Tax These lesser-known senior programs can deliver key property tax savings — if you know where to look.
By Kate Schubel
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How the Energy Crisis Is Changing Real Estate InvestingFrom strategic 1031 exchanges to 100% bonus depreciation and Opportunity Funds, this is how savvy investors are turning global turbulence into long-term wealth.
By Daniel Goodwin
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Before You Leave Your Home to Your Children, Ask These QuestionsBefore leaving your home to your children, ask these questions about costs, taxes, sibling dynamics and what your children actually want.
By Carla Ayers
