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Five Myths About Downsizing in Retirement
Retirees might dream of selling their home, downsizing to a smaller one and investing the extra cash for income, but the profit they pocket is often less than what they wished.
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Three Steps for Evaluating a Downsize in Retirement: A Financial Planner's Guide
Unless you think things through, you could end up with major (and costly) regrets. To make the right choice, base it on the three keys to retirement happiness.
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What to Know About Mortgage Escrow Accounts
Escrow accounts ensure that you pay your bills for home insurance and property taxes.
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Ask the Editor, June 13: Questions on Home Sales and Taxes
Ask the Editor In our latest Ask the Editor round-up, Joy Taylor, The Kiplinger Tax Letter Editor, answers questions on home sales and calculating tax basis in a home.
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Is it Worth Having a Wine Cellar? What it Adds to Your Home Value — and Happiness
Home Features Wine cellars are a popular feature in high-end houses. Will installing one in your home increase its value, or would you be better off with a cheaper solution?
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Why Shark Tank’s Barbara Corcoran Is Selling Her $12 Million NYC Dream Home
Real estate mogul Barbara Corcoran is trading her luxurious NYC penthouse for a more age-friendly space that will fit her future lifestyle — here’s what to consider when planning for the long term.
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How Much Does It Cost to Sell a House? Key Expenses to Know
Selling a home isn’t free. Learn about the most common — and often overlooked — costs involved in selling your house, from agent fees to prep work.
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What to Expect in the Rest of This Year's Housing Market
Most likely, mortgage rates will stay above 6%, and home prices will climb moderately. But that shouldn't dissuade buyers who are ready to make a move.
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New Rules are Shaking Up the Real Estate Market. Here's What You Need to Know
Buyers and sellers have more room to negotiate commissions, and that could reduce home prices over the long run.
