Becoming a Homeowner
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The $19,000 IRS Rule Parents Overlook When Gifting a House Down PaymentGift Tax Crossing IRS gift limits without a strategy creates surprise capital gains bills and retirement headaches. Here's what to know.
By Kate Schubel
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10 Can't-Miss Tax Breaks for Homeowners and HomebuyersHomeownership These real estate tax breaks can help homeowners get some money back this year. Are you eligible?
By Kate Schubel
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Property Taxes on the Ballot in 7 States: What Homeowners Should KnowTax Changes With housing costs remaining high, key midterm election ballot measures offer some voters a chance to rein in property taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Is Your Property Tax Bill Too High?Quiz Take this 2-minute quiz to see if your property taxes could be lower.
By Kate Schubel
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How the IRS Values (and Audits) an Inherited HomeInheritances Talking to your kids about a proper home valuation can save them from unexpected IRS penalties and capital gains taxes.
By Kate Schubel
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States With No Income Tax Ranked By Homeowner CostsState Tax See which of the nine zero-tax states offer real cost savings on property taxes, insurance, and utilities.
By Kate Schubel
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SALT Deduction Gets an Update for 2026 TaxesTax Changes A key homeowner tax break is higher this year. Here's what you need to know now.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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25 Cheapest Small Towns to Live InYou don't have to break the bank to find your dream hometown. Here is where affordability meets a high quality of life.
By Donna LeValley
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The 25 Cheapest Places to Live: US Cities EditionHave a look at the cheapest places to live in America for city dwellers. Is one of the cheapest places to live in the U.S. right for you?
By Donna LeValley
