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Retirees, Create An Emergency Fund for Rental Property
Retirees, Create An Emergency Fund for Rental Property
Build a cushion to protect your income from an unforeseen crisis.
September 15, 2020
25 Small Towns With Big Millionaire Populations
25 Small Towns With Big Millionaire Populations
Large concentrations of high-net-worth households are found in surprising locales across the U.S. Check out the latest list of American small towns te…
September 15, 2020
How to Catch a Rock-Bottom Rate
How to Catch a Rock-Bottom Rate
Rates on everything from home mortgages to car loans are at record lows. We’ll tell you how to qualify for the best rates.
August 27, 2020
The Five Top Consumer Complaints
The Five Top Consumer Complaints
Here are the top five complaints from a survey of state and local agencies from 19 states.
August 27, 2020
Why ‘Rent vs. Buy’ Is the Wrong Question
Why ‘Rent vs. Buy’ Is the Wrong Question
The equation for owning a home or renting isn’t as straightforward as it may first appear. The deciding factor for you could come down to something ot…
August 11, 2020
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Retired? Good Luck Getting a Mortgage, Even If You’re Wealthy
Retired? Good Luck Getting a Mortgage, Even If You’re Wealthy
One 70-year-old’s story highlights the challenges. Prepare for more paperwork and hoops to jump through than you could imagine.
August 2, 2020
5 Great Places to Buy a Vacation Home
5 Great Places to Buy a Vacation Home
With remote work on the rise, more people are looking for a permanent getaway.
July 30, 2020
Timely Reasons to Buy a Vacation Home
Timely Reasons to Buy a Vacation Home
With remote work on the rise, more people are looking for a permanent getaway.
July 30, 2020
The 20 Most Expensive Cities in the U.S.
The 20 Most Expensive Cities in the U.S.
From metro areas on both coasts to deep in the Alaskan interior, these are the priciest cities in the U.S. to call home.
July 29, 2020
Before You Do a 1031 Exchange, Consider These 4 Alternative Investment Options
Before You Do a 1031 Exchange, Consider These 4 Alternative Investment Options
1031 exchange investors have multiple choices – not just direct ownership of an income property.
July 27, 2020
Cash In on a Housing Revolution
Cash In on a Housing Revolution
COVID-19 will change home buying for the better, in part by creating more homebodies.
July 22, 2020
Before You Invest in ‘Crowdfunded’ Real Estate, Consider the Tax Implications
Before You Invest in ‘Crowdfunded’ Real Estate, Consider the Tax Implications
Many syndicated real estate investments miss out on a major tax benefit, but there are some ways to do your deal that avoid that issue.
July 7, 2020
Resources for alternative forms of transportation needed by many older adults
Resources for alternative forms of transportation needed by many older adults
For many older adults, having an alternative mode of transportation may be the difference between independence and social isolation.
June 29, 2020
13 Tax Breaks for Homeowners and Home Buyers
13 Tax Breaks for Homeowners and Home Buyers
Owning (or buying) a home is expensive. But at least there are some tax deductions, credits, and exclusions that can help you recoup some of those cos…
June 22, 2020
12 Things Every Home Buyer Should Do
12 Things Every Home Buyer Should Do
Buying a home may be one of the biggest purchases you will ever make.
June 12, 2020
11 Things Every Home Seller Should Do
11 Things Every Home Seller Should Do
As a home seller, your goal is to sell your property quickly for the most money possible.
June 12, 2020
13 Reasons You Will Regret an RV in Retirement
13 Reasons You Will Regret an RV in Retirement
RV-loving retirees talk about the downsides of spending retirement in a motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel or other recreational vehicle.
June 8, 2020
9 Reasons to Retire in an RV
9 Reasons to Retire in an RV
RV-loving retirees talk about the upsides of spending retirement in a motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel or other recreational vehicle. Even Presi…
June 8, 2020
11 Best Things to Keep in a Safe Deposit Box
11 Best Things to Keep in a Safe Deposit Box
Certain documents and valuables, including certain things with sentimental value, should be stored securely at your bank.
June 1, 2020
20 Best Stocks to Buy for the Next Bull Market
20 Best Stocks to Buy for the Next Bull Market
The stock market isn't out of the woods yet, but it's getting late in the game for defense. These are 20 of the best stocks to buy now as you prepare …
May 22, 2020
14 Must-Have Items for Your Home Emergency Kit
14 Must-Have Items for Your Home Emergency Kit
Now more than ever, you need to be prepared to survive on your own in the case of disaster -- days without power, food or water from the tap.
May 21, 2020
The Complete Guide to Decluttering
The Complete Guide to Decluttering
Spending a lot of time at home? What better time to get organized?
May 8, 2020
You Can Still Buy and Sell a Home During the Coronavirus Outbreak
You Can Still Buy and Sell a Home During the Coronavirus Outbreak
But you’ll have to jump through some hoops to close the deal.
May 7, 2020
8 Dirt-Cheap Index Mutual Funds for Thrifty Investors
8 Dirt-Cheap Index Mutual Funds for Thrifty Investors
Cost is one of the biggest edges for index mutual funds, which don't need to pay large money management teams to run the show.
May 4, 2020
10 Reasons You'll Regret Buying a House With a Swimming Pool
10 Reasons You'll Regret Buying a House With a Swimming Pool
Attention home buyers: Carefully weigh the pros and cons of owning a home with a swimming pool in the backyard before you sign on the dotted line.
May 1, 2020