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We're retired and mortgage-free, but he wants to downsize.
We've paid off our mortgage, have $970K in savings and $5K each month from Social Security. Kiplinger asked wealth planners for advice.
By Maurie Backman
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10 Cheapest Places to Live in Washington
Property Tax Is Washington your go-to ski destination? These counties combine no income tax with the lowest property tax bills in the state.
By Kate Schubel
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My Mortgage Rate is 6.5%. Should I Refinance If Rates Fall By Half a Point
A half-point dip may not be enough to offset closing costs. Here's the magic number that makes refinancing pay off.
By Choncé Maddox
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How Much Does It Cost to Sell a House? Key Expenses to Know
Selling a home isn’t free. Learn about the most common — and often overlooked — costs involved in selling your house, from agent fees to prep work.
By Daniel Bortz
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Find the Best 30-Year Mortgage Rates
Here are some of the best 30-year mortgage rates today as they've started slowly going down.
By Carla Ayers
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Fixed vs. Adjustable-Rate Mortgages: Which Is Better for Buying a Home?
real estate Consider these pluses and minuses before jumping into a loan you'll be paying for the next 15 to 30 years.
By Donna LeValley
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Five Ways to Shop for a Low Mortgage Rate
Becoming a Homeowner Mortgage rates are high this year, but you can still find an affordable loan with these tips.
By Daniel Bortz
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Is Fear Blocking Your Desire to Retire Abroad? What to Know
Careful planning encompassing location, income, health care and visa paperwork can make it all manageable. A financial planner lays it all out.
By Stephen B. Dunbar III, JD, CLU
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With the Fed Rate Cut, Should You Sell Your House Now or Wait?
Interest rates are starting to come down as the Federal Reserve shifts course. Is it time to think about selling your house?
By Carla Ayers
