Buying A Home
News, insights and expert analysis on buying a home from the team at Kiplinger.
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Consider These Factors Before Deciding Whether to Rent or Buy
The decision to rent or buy your home is not purely financial.
By Zain Jaffer Published
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Want a Vacation Home? Three Ways the Math Can Work
You might not see much in the way of tax breaks on a vacation home, but these three tax considerations could make a difference.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
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Best Cities to Start a Career 2024 — and the Worst
The best cities for starting a career also provide substantial income growth potential and pleasant work conditions.
By Donna LeValley Published
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As Florida Condo Prices Fall, What’s a Condo Seller to Do?
Mandates that associations have adequate reserve funds for maintenance and repairs mean older buildings could be retired to make way for new development.
By Joseph Hernandez Published
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Retired and 'Stuck' With a Mortgage Below 4%? You Have Options
You may feel like a mortgage prisoner, but your options may be more doable than you think.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
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Is Now a Good Time to Buy a House?
The last several years have been confusing for potential home buyers. Here are four key questions you can ask yourself to help decide if you’re ready.
By Julia Pham, CFP®, AIF®, CDFA® Last updated
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Renting Is Cheaper Than Buying in All 50 States. How Does Your City Compare?
Renting is cheaper than buying, according to a new Bankrate survey. In 21 U.S. metros, the monthly cost of owning is at least 50% more expensive than the monthly cost of renting.
By Kathryn Pomroy Published
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One-Third of Parents Are Paying An Adult Child's House Down Payment. Are You?
As housing costs soar, Gen Z and Millennial home buyers are turning to family for help with down payments.
By Kathryn Pomroy Published
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Hot Tips for Home Buyers and Sellers Right Now
Real estate looks to be especially hopping this spring, thanks to pent-up demand and buyers adjusting to higher mortgage rates. Here’s how you can prepare.
By Pam Krueger Published