Buying A Home
News, insights and expert analysis on buying a home from the team at Kiplinger.
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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
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What Is Landmaxxing? Why Wealthy Homeowners Are Buying the House Next DoorThe luxury real estate trend known as "landmaxxing" is all about buying more space and control. You don't have to be a billionaire to borrow from the strategy.
By Choncé Maddox
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Must-Move Homebuyers: Navigating a Tight Housing Market"Must-move" buyers can successfully navigate the challenges of the housing market by exploring their options for bridging the gap between selling and buying.
By Raman Muralidharan
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Homeowners: Don't Skip This ProtectionAn owner’s title insurance policy shields your finances in the event of a dispute.
By Deborah Kearns
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25 Cheapest Small Towns to Live InYou don't have to break the bank to find your dream hometown. Here is where affordability meets a high quality of life.
By Donna LeValley
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Here's Why Mortgage Rates Are RisingWhere the 10-year Treasury yield moves, mortgage rates follow. Learn why they are connected and how they impact homebuyers.
By Sean Jackson
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Why Buying Your First Home Is Way Harder Now Than in the '60sThis is what's happening for young Americans struggling to break into the housing market. Can family members who've already achieved their savings goals help?
By Jesse W. Hurst, CFP®, AIF®
