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The Salary You Need for a $500,000 Home Keeps Climbing
With home prices holding firm and mortgage rates still elevated, here’s what it takes to afford a $500,000 home in today’s market.
By Paige Cerulli
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10 Cheapest Places to Live in South Carolina
Property Tax From the outskirts of Myrtle Beach to the Upstate, these affordable gems have the lowest property tax bills in the state.
By Kate Schubel
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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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Sell, Borrow or Stay? How to Use Home Equity in Retirement
Learn how to preserve your property's value, tap equity for income and make smart choices about downsizing, renting or leaving a legacy.
By Choncé Maddox
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What to Know About Using Your Home Equity in April
With borrowing costs still elevated and economic uncertainty in play, tapping your home equity requires a clear plan, not just available equity.
By Paige Cerulli
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Does Your Retirement Plan Ignore Half of Your Net Worth?
Including your housing wealth in your retirement plan can lead to higher lifetime income and a larger legacy than a plan based on selling the home for the cash.
By Jerry Golden, Investment Adviser Representative
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Seven Great Places to Retire in Florida
The Sunshine State remains a beacon for retirees, offering warm weather, sandy beaches, and a relatively low cost of living. Here's a look at where to live.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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3 Questions That Reveal if You’re Actually Ready to Age in Place
Is your "forever home" actually a "Peter Pan house?" The age-in-place dream often hits these three unexpected roadblocks.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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When Does Refinancing Make Sense?
Thinking about refinancing your mortgage? Here's what you need to consider.
By Choncé Maddox
