Buying A Home
News, insights and expert analysis on buying a home from the team at Kiplinger.
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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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5 Great Places to Buy a Vacation Home Under $500K
Want a vacation home for remote work or a fun getaway? Here are locations with median prices under $500K.
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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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Can You Afford a Million-Dollar Home on a $250,000 Salary?
It’s more than the sticker price — mortgage rates, down payments, taxes and debt all factor into whether a million-dollar home fits your budget.
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Lock or Float? How to Decide on Your Mortgage Rate
Mortgage rates move daily, here’s how to know if you should lock in a rate now or let it float until closing.
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The 28% Rule for Housing: Does It Still Work in Today’s Market?
Rising home prices and stubborn mortgage rates put this long-standing rule to the test.
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Ten Tax Breaks for Homeowners and Homebuyers in 2025
Homeownership These real estate tax breaks can help homeowners get some money back.
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