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10 Cheapest Places To Live in Florida
Property Tax Make your Florida vacation spot a place for daily living — these counties have the lowest property tax bills in the state.
By Kate Schubel
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How a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) Works
You can use home equity to pay off high-interest debt or improve your home, but it’s important to understand the risks.
By Emma Patch
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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
Becoming a Homeowner
