Buying A Home
News, insights and expert analysis on buying a home from the team at Kiplinger.
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How Does the 10-Year Treasury Yield Affect Mortgage Rates?
Where the 10-year Treasury yield goes, so do mortgage rates. Learn why they're connected and how it impacts homebuyers.
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How to Choose a Mortgage Lender in Five Steps
Not all lenders are created equal — here’s how to compare offers, rates and terms with confidence.
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A Vacation Home Sounds Dreamy, But Is It the Right Move for You?
A vacation home can be a relaxing getaway or a financial burden. Learn the pros and cons of owning a second home and how to decide if it fits your goals.
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Is Home Insurance Required? Not Necessarily, But That Doesn't Mean You Should Drop It
Home insurance is required by most mortgage lenders. But even if your home is paid off, does it make financial sense to drop coverage?
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I Made Some Mistakes Buying My First Home. Here's How I'm Making Sure It Doesn't Happen Again
Home Buying Buying a home can be a complicated process. I'll show you some common mistakes we encountered and provide expert tips to help you avoid these.
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Find the Best 30-Year Mortgage Rates
Here are some of the best 30-year mortgage rates today as they've started slowly going down.
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How Location Changes the Math on Owning a Vacation Home
The market you choose can make your dream getaway a smart investment — or an expensive mistake.
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Dealing With a Bad HOA Board? This Book Could Be Your Battle Plan
'Bad HOA' by Luke Carlson empowers homeowners to push back against unfairness, offering advice on dealing with challenging homeowners associations (HOAs).
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The 15 Cheapest Places to Live: U.S. Cities Edition
places to live Have 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?
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