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Is Downsizing in Retirement Right for You?
retirement A smaller home, with fewer possessions to weigh you down and lower bills to boot: What's not to like? For many folks, downsizing makes a lot of sense, but there are a few points to consider.
By Mike Piershale, ChFC Published
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10 Cool Things Your Google Home Smart Speaker Can Do
Technology Search giant Google says its AI-powered voice assistant, Google Assistant, can do more than 1 million actions.
By Brad Moon Published
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How Much Did Things Cost in the 1980s?
Smart Buying We look back at prices on everyday items, from gas and stamps to milk and eggs, in 1985, the midpoint of the decade, and compare them to today's prices.
By Andrea Browne Taylor Published
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Where Home Prices Are Headed in 2018
home A tap on the brakes from the new tax law may be just what the market needs.
By Patricia Mertz Esswein Published
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How to Remodel Your Home
home Transform your home the way you want, on time and on budget.
By Patricia Mertz Esswein Published
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How to Find a Home's Claims History
insurance Ask for the seller’s disclosure report to uncover problems that could affect your homeowners premiums.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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Deducting Mortgage Interest on a Vacation Home
home You may be able to write off all mortgage interest on a second home if you’re not renting it out for extended periods.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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10 Ways Stay-at-Home Moms and Dads Can Make Extra Money
home All of these options can be done from the house and shouldn't take time away from the kids.
By Cameron Huddleston Published
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Should You Buy Water and Sewer Line Coverage From Your Power Company?
Making Your Money Last Weigh your options to cover the expensive costs of broken pipes.
By Bob Niedt Published
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