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Find Your Monthly Payment With This Mortgage Calculator
Tools With our mortgage calculator, you can easily determine your monthly mortgage payment.
By Carla Ayers
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Is the Housing Market's 'Lock-In Effect' Finally Starting to Ease?
As mortgage rates stabilize and fewer owners hold ultra-low loans, the lock-in effect may be losing its grip.
By Choncé Maddox
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I Regret Moving to a 55+ Community, But My Wife Loves It
We asked real estate and psychotherapist professionals for advice.
By Maurie Backman
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10-Year Treasury Yield's Effect on Mortgage Rates
Where the 10-year Treasury yield moves, mortgage rates follow. Learn why they are connected and how they impact homebuyers.
By Sean Jackson
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Ask the Tax Editor: Residential Rental Property Questions
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on reporting income and loss from residential rental property.
By Joy Taylor
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How to Find the Best International Moving Company
It's best to use an international moving company to protect your belongings and budget when relocating to another country. Here's how to find a reputable firm.
By Alastair Johnson
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How Federal Reserve Rate Decisions Impact Mortgage Rates in 2026
Mortgage rates are still fluctuating after a series of Fed rate cuts. Learn how interest rate changes affect your monthly payments and what buyers should watch for this year.
By Dori Zinn
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How to Choose a Mortgage Lender in Five Steps
Not all lenders are created equal — here’s how to compare offers, rates and terms with confidence.
By Dori Zinn
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What to Ask a Contractor Before a Renovation
Homeowners should ask these essential questions before hiring a contractor to avoid surprises, protect their investment and keep projects on time and on budget.
By Paige Cerulli
