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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
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15 Best Foreclosure Sites for Finding Properties
15 Best Foreclosure Sites for Finding Properties
If you’re searching for foreclosures for sale for your next home or to flip for a profit, these websites will guide you to foreclosures to buy.
January 6, 2021
A Golf Course Community’s Big Variable for Retirees
A Golf Course Community’s Big Variable for Retirees
Golf club memberships can often be a separate, and hefty, annual fee at golf communities. Here's some guidance before you tee up your retirement move …
December 14, 2020
A Snowbird’s Preflight Checklist for Insurance
A Snowbird’s Preflight Checklist for Insurance
If you're spending part of the year in Florida, Arizona or any other state, seniors should follow this guidance about managing two homes in retirement…
December 8, 2020
Analyst: Housing Market Will Stay Strong in 2021
Analyst: Housing Market Will Stay Strong in 2021
But the pace of home sales could slow by the end of the year.
November 27, 2020
Planning to Sell Your Home in Retirement? Downsize Costs Along With Space
Planning to Sell Your Home in Retirement? Downsize Costs Along With Space
In this hot real estate market, consider the costs of buying and selling a house along with the expenses associated with your new digs.
November 13, 2020
11 Home Features Today's Buyers Want Most
11 Home Features Today's Buyers Want Most
Thinking about selling your house? Here are several home features potential buyers are coveting right now.
October 16, 2020
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…
October 16, 2020
How Snowbirds Can Be Taxed as a Florida Resident
How Snowbirds Can Be Taxed as a Florida Resident
If you live in a high-tax state during the summer but winter in Florida, you'll likely save big bucks if you can establish residency in Florida.
October 2, 2020
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?
October 1, 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
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
12 Cheapest Small Towns in America 2020
12 Cheapest Small Towns in America 2020
Affordable small towns aren't necessarily the best places to live for everyone, but each cheap small town on our list has its charms.
August 6, 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
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