buying a home
The 25 Cheapest U.S. Cities to Live In
The 25 Cheapest U.S. Cities to Live In
Take a look at our list of American cities with the lowest costs of living. Is one of the cheapest cities in the U.S. right for you?
April 28, 2022
The 2022 Real Estate Market with Daniel Bortz
The 2022 Real Estate Market with Daniel Bortz
Daniel Bortz doesn’t just write about home sales and housing prices – he’s been in the business. He’ll share insights about the real estate outlook fo…
March 23, 2022
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…
March 12, 2022
Home Sale Prices in the 50 Largest Metro Areas
Home Sale Prices in the 50 Largest Metro Areas
What’s happening in the market where you live?
February 25, 2022
How Much Will Home Prices Continue to Rise in 2022?
How Much Will Home Prices Continue to Rise in 2022?
It’s still a seller’s market, but higher mortgage rates will slow the torrid price increases. Know how to be a smart buyer or seller in these conditio…
February 23, 2022
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How Snowbirds Can Be Taxed as Florida Residents
How Snowbirds Can Be Taxed as Florida Residents
If you're wintering in Florida but live in a high-tax state up north during the summer months, you can save a lot of money by establishing permanent r…
February 10, 2022
2 Clever Ways to Gift Your Home to Your Kids
2 Clever Ways to Gift Your Home to Your Kids
Be sure to consider the taxes you'll owe if you want to give the family home to an adult child.
December 23, 2021
11 Reasons You Don't Want to Retire in Florida
11 Reasons You Don't Want to Retire in Florida
An overabundance of boomers, critters, sweat and weirdness. Welcome to the dark side of the Sunshine State.
October 6, 2021
Negotiate a Better Deal
Negotiate a Better Deal
For a price break on a number of products and services, all you have to do is ask. But first read up on tactics the experts use.
September 30, 2021
Why You Shouldn’t Rush to Buy a House Right Now
Why You Shouldn’t Rush to Buy a House Right Now
Super low mortgage rates alone aren’t a good reason to buy a home. Before you jump into the housing market, carefully consider these five factors.
September 25, 2021
15 Home Features Today's Buyers Want Most
15 Home Features Today's Buyers Want Most
Thinking about selling your house? Here are 15 home features potential buyers are coveting right now.
August 2, 2021
How to Give a First-Time Home Buyer a Hand
How to Give a First-Time Home Buyer a Hand
With home prices soaring, newbies may need financial help from their family. Here’s how to do it right.
July 30, 2021
Win in a Red-Hot Housing Market
Win in a Red-Hot Housing Market
Whether you’re a buyer or a seller, these strategies will help you get the best deal.
July 30, 2021
26 Things Home Buyers Will Hate About Your House
26 Things Home Buyers Will Hate About Your House
As a home seller, you don't want to let the small -- or big -- fixes around your house that have added up over the years sabotage your bottom line dur…
July 29, 2021
9 Things You Must Know About Retiring to Arizona
9 Things You Must Know About Retiring to Arizona
The Grand Canyon State offers so much more than that gorgeous hole in the ground. Check out whether you'd like to spend your golden years in this sout…
July 2, 2021
Know the Rules for Renting Out Your Vacation Home
Know the Rules for Renting Out Your Vacation Home
Make sure you understand when you must pay taxes on rental income you earn and when you can deduct expenses for the upkeep of the property.
June 30, 2021
10 Things You Must Know About Retiring to Florida
10 Things You Must Know About Retiring to Florida
Heading South has always been a key to your retirement plan. If Florida is part of the plan, we offer up a few tips to help you find your way.
June 29, 2021
Looking to Buy a $1 Million Retirement Home, But Need a Short-Term Loan?
Looking to Buy a $1 Million Retirement Home, But Need a Short-Term Loan?
A unique product called a pledged asset line allows a person to borrow money for just a few months, letting their investments remain intact and saving…
June 28, 2021
Keep Moving Costs in Check
Keep Moving Costs in Check
If I've learned anything, it's that moving is almost always more costly and time-consuming than I anticipate.
June 18, 2021
COVID’s Silver Lining: A Calmer Life
COVID’s Silver Lining: A Calmer Life
This family left the West Coast for a simpler lifestyle in a small Cape Cod town.
May 26, 2021
Does It Make Sense to Buy a House Now?
Does It Make Sense to Buy a House Now?
Yes, mortgage rates are low, but that’s not the only factor to consider. See if you are the type of person who should jump into the housing market now…
May 22, 2021
11 Places That Will Pay You to Live There
11 Places That Will Pay You to Live There
Working remotely? You may want to check out these places that'll pay you to move there.
April 23, 2021
12 Cheapest Small Towns in America 2021
12 Cheapest Small Towns in America 2021
Affordable small towns aren't necessarily the best places to live for everyone, but each cheap small town on our list has its charms.
April 15, 2021
This Hot Housing Market with Daniel Bortz
This Hot Housing Market with Daniel Bortz
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 write…
March 31, 2021
10 Places That Will Pay You to Live There
10 Places That Will Pay You to Live There
Working remotely? You may want to check out these places that'll pay you to move there.
February 9, 2021
Home Buyers Loving the Suburbs Again
Home Buyers Loving the Suburbs Again
Urban condos found little love as telecommuting home buyers bid up prices far from city centers.
January 27, 2021