Selling A Home
News, insights and expert analysis on selling a home from the team at Kiplinger.
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New Study Finds Homeowners Over Age 65 Lose $20K When Selling Their HomesYour Home Older homeowners are getting less for their homes when they sell, according to a new study, raising important questions about retirement income and taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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6 Myths About Downsizing in RetirementDreaming of selling your home, downsizing to a smaller one and investing the extra cash for income when you retire? The profit you pocket might be less than you expect. Here's why.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Ask the Tax Editor: Tax Rules for LandlordsAsk the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers tax questions for landlords who own residential rental property.
By Joy Taylor
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What Is an Assumable Mortgage and Could It Save You Thousands?Learn how assumable mortgages work, who qualifies and when taking over a seller's loan could save you money.
By Choncé Maddox
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10 Items That Actually Belong in a Storage UnitNot everything should go into storage, but these items tend to hold up well, save space at home and make the cost worth it.
By Paige Cerulli
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How to Set the Price to Sell Your Homereal estate If you're selling your home, setting the right price is crucial. Don't overprice or you'll scare away prospective buyers.
By Donna LeValley
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How to Relist Your Home After a Sale Falls Through: What to Change on Price, Agent and Home Issues
A failed home sale isn't the end. Learn how to relist your home, reset pricing and marketing and improve your chances of closing.
By Choncé Maddox
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Simple Upgrades That Can Help Your Home Sell FasterSimple, affordable home upgrades that can boost value, attract buyers and help your home sell faster in today’s market.
By Paige Cerulli
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Ask the Tax Editor: Questions on Selling a Home
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on the home-sale exclusion, calculating tax basis in your home and related topics.
By Joy Taylor
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