Buying A Home
News, insights and expert analysis on buying a home from the team at Kiplinger.
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How to Choose a Mortgage Lender in 5 StepsLearn how to choose a mortgage lender, compare interest rates and fees, evaluate preapprovals and find the right home loan for your budget.
By Dori Zinn
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15-Year vs. 30-Year Mortgage: Pros and Consreal estate Consider these pluses and minuses before jumping into a loan you'll be paying for the next 15 to 30 years.
By Donna LeValley
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15 Home Maintenance Tasks to Do Before the First Snowhome Don't wait for the first snowfall. These simple home maintenance tasks can help you avoid costly winter repairs and protect your wallet.
By Donna LeValley
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How Self-Employed Deductions Impact Your MortgageYour business deductions can play a complicated role in determining your qualifying income. But there are ways around this issue with the right strategy and the right lender.
By Eric Bernstein
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Mortgage Rates Are Rising: What Homeowners Should Do NowMortgage rates have climbed above 7%, cooling demand. Here's what homeowners considering refinancing, downsizing or a new mortgage should know.
By Choncé Maddox
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Find the Best 30-Year Mortgage RatesSee today's 30-year mortgage rates, compare lenders and learn the steps that can help you lock in a better home loan.
By Carla Ayers
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3 Prime Finds for a Safer, Smarter HomeThese three Amazon Prime deals can give you peace of mind that your home is protected and help you lower your energy costs.
By Sean Jackson
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Essential Financial To-Dos for 11 of Life’s Big MilestonesSome milestone moments are cause for popping some bubbly and calling your accountant. These are the financial considerations that accompany certain life events.
By Mary Ware, CFP®, CIMA®, CDFA®
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How Your Employer Could Help You Buy a HomeMore companies are looking at offering employees support for buying a home — including down payment assistance — as a workplace benefit.
By Landy Liu
