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How Refinancing a Home Loan Works. And Is It Right For You?
Refinancing a mortgage works by replacing your current mortgage with a new one. It can save you money or let you tap the equity in your home, but it can take time to break even after upfront costs.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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16 Retirement Mistakes You Will Regret Forever
retirement From saving too little to claiming Social Security too early, there are plenty of ways that current and future retirees can sabotage their golden years.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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Best Time of Year to Buy A House
You may find a good home deal at any time of year, but certain seasons or even months have the perfect blend of inventory, supply and price. Here's when to look.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Loan Lender Sued for 'Trapping' Borrowers
Heights Finance was charged over a loan-churning scheme that aggressively pushed borrowers to refinance.
By Joey Solitro Published
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Tap Home Equity for Retirement Income
If you're looking for extra retirement income, it's worth checking close to home. We look at four ways to use your home equity as a source of regular income.
By Rivan V. Stinson Last updated
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Cash In on Your Home Equity
A home equity line of credit or loan can help you fund home renovations or refinance high-rate debt but consider other uses, too.
By Emma Patch Published
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Retirees: Cohousing is Growing. Is it Right for You?
This model of housing is designed to increase interaction. For some retirees, this is a draw. But you should know the details.
By Susan J. Wells Published
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Plan to Start Repaying Student Loans
Paying for College The pandemic-era pause on student loan repayments is scheduled to end September 30. If you can’t afford payments, you have options.
By Emma Patch Published
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This Hot Housing Market with Daniel Bortz
Becoming a Homeowner Home sales and prices have been on a tear and are forecast to continue to rise in 2021. Whether you're hoping to sell, buy or refi, contributing writer Daniel Bortz has insights for you. Also: What to make of SPACs?
By David Muhlbaum Published
Becoming a Homeowner