Real Estate
News, insights and expert analysis on real estate from the team at Kiplinger.
Explore Real Estate
Latest
-
I want to sell our beach house to retire now, but my wife wants to keep it.
I want to sell the $610K vacation home and retire now, but my wife envisions a beach retirement in 8 years. We asked financial advisers to weigh in.
By Maurie Backman
-
We inherited $250K: Should we buy a second home or save for college?
He wants a vacation home, but she wants a 529 plan for the kids. Who's right? The experts weigh in.
By Maurie Backman
-
2026's Tax Trifecta: Expert Guide to Rural OZs (With Calendar)
Real estate investors can triple their tax step-up with rural opportunity zones this year. This month-by-month action plan will ensure you meet the deadlines.
By Daniel Goodwin
-
Have You Aligned Your Tax Strategy With These OBBBA Changes?
Individuals and businesses should work closely with their financial advisers to refine tax strategies this season in light of these five OBBBA changes.
By John Bute, CPA
-
Upsizing in Retirement: Why You Should (and Shouldn't) Do It
Upsizing, or buying a bigger home, can make your retirement feel more luxurious. There's room for grandkids and projects, but run the numbers carefully.
By Maurie Backman
-
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
-
Find Your Monthly Payment With This Mortgage Calculator
Tools With our mortgage calculator, you can easily determine your monthly mortgage payment.
By Carla Ayers
Tools -
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
-
I Regret Moving to a 55+ Community, But My Wife Loves It
We asked real estate and psychotherapist professionals for advice.
By Maurie Backman
