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An Expert's Take: Why You Should Resist a Zero-Down Mortgage
While it's certainly enticing, a zero-down mortgage comes with significant risks, especially if home values decline or you want to refinance.
By Jared Elson, Investment Adviser
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Credit Score News Could Help First-Time Homebuyers
Lenders who sell mortgages to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac used to only be able to use FICO for loan qualification. Now there's VantageScore, owned by the three major credit bureaus.
By Ella Vincent
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How Smart Retirees Turn a Second Home Into a Financial Asset
Buying a second home during retirement, especially if your savings are solid, can improve your lifestyle or be a strategic financial choice. But it requires meticulous planning.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Six Myths About Downsizing in Retirement
Retirees might dream of selling their homes, downsizing to smaller ones and investing the extra cash for income, but the profit they pocket is often less than what they wished.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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A New Kind of HELOC Lets Homeowners Fund Remodels on Their Terms
Finance home upgrades gradually, using the equity you already have.
By Carla Ayers
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13 Home Features That Add Value and Speed Up a Sale
home Thinking about selling your house? Here are 13 home features potential buyers crave right now.
By Ellen B. Kennedy
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15 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Winter
home There are many ways to prepare your home for winter, which will help keep you safe and warm and save on housing and utility costs.
By Donna LeValley
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Property Tax Cap: Does Your State Have One?
Property Tax Does your state have a property tax cap? Here’s what you need to know about increasing tax bills in all 50 states.
By Katelyn Washington
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Four Military Benefits That Have Helped My Family
Military life can be challenging for servicemembers and their families, but they're offered some significant financial benefits to help cushion the blow.
By Lisa Gerstner
