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10 Cheapest Places to Live in Virginia
Property Taxes The Commonwealth of Virginia has some cheap places to live. Here are a few if you hate paying property taxes.
By Kate Schubel
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Why Billionaires Like Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg Borrow Instead of Paying Cash for Homes
Some of the wealthiest Americans opt for mortgages as a strategic way to preserve liquidity, leverage investments and reduce tax exposure.
By Laura Gariepy
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5 DIY Home Security Upgrades That Lower Insurance Costs
Boost home security with these five DIY upgrades — some may even qualify for a home insurance discount.
By Paige Cerulli
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You May Still Be Able to Defer Your 2025 Capital Gains
People who realized a capital gain in 2025 can still use Qualified Opportunity Fund tax incentives to defer it, even if they've already filed their taxes.
By Michael Kelley
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We're 62 and Want to Sell our $1.2 Million Home, but Our Grandkids Live With Us.
My wife wants our daughter and grandkids to stay, but I'm eager to sell the house and retire. We asked financial planners for advice.
By Maurie Backman
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Spring Home Maintenance Checklist for 2025
real estate Use this 20-point checklist to get your home ready for spring.
By Patricia Mertz Esswein
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10 Cheapest Places to Live in North Carolina
Property Tax From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Outer Banks, we ranked the NC counties with the lowest property taxes in 2026.
By Kate Schubel
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Buying a Home This Year? 3 Moves to Make Before the Next Fed Meeting
A few smart financial moves now can help you qualify for better mortgage terms and act quickly if the market shifts.
By Choncé Maddox
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20 Ways to Clean Up Your Finances This Spring
Spring cleaning is therapeutic and stops costly problems from building up around the home. Why not tackle the dusty corners of your finances at the same time?
By Lisa Gerstner
