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The Hidden Costs of the Fed's Rate PauseThe Federal Reserve didn't cut rates. While this benefits savers, learn how it impacts you when you need to borrow money.
By Sean Jackson
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North Carolina’s $15,000 Forgivable Mortgage: How to Qualify in 2026State Taxes Moving to NC in 2026? Learn how to secure 0% interest down payment assistance and what the loan "forgiveness" period means for your taxes.
By Kate Schubel
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How the Federal Reserve Affects Mortgage RatesLearn how interest rate changes affect your mortgage payments and what buyers should watch for this year.
By Dori Zinn
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10-Year Treasury Yield's Effect on Mortgage RatesWhere 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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Property Tax 101: What Every Homeowner Needs to Know in 2026Property Tax No one likes paying property taxes, but knowing how these taxes work might make all the difference on your next property tax bill.
By Kate Schubel
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Retirement Tax Breaks That Could Cut Your Tax Rate in HalfIncorporating housing wealth and lifetime annuities in your retirement income plan can offer a significant tax-cost advantage over an investment-only plan.
By Jerry Golden, Investment Adviser Representative
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Your Portfolio Just Got Hammered: A Tax-Smart Way to RecoverIf your stock portfolio took a beating this spring, there's a little-known tax strategy that lets you defer — and potentially eliminate — capital gains taxes.
By Daniel Goodwin
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13 States With No Retirement Tax Ranked by How Much You Need to 'Retire Comfortably'Retirement Taxes A $0 state income tax bill doesn’t always mean a cheaper retirement. See which states stretch your dollar further.
By Kate Schubel
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Buying a Home With Your 401(k)? Consider the Risk to Your RetirementPulling money from a 401(k) to buy a property now means you'll lose the power of compounding — and decades of potential growth those funds could have generated.
By Mike McCracken
