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April 13, 2024 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®
1 Simple Mortgage Hack That Could Save You Thousands
Want to pay off your mortgage years sooner and save tens of thousands of dollars in interest? Keep reading for a move to try.
April 12, 2024 | By Maurie Backman
Here's What Happens When You Accept an Offer on Your Home and Then Change Your Mind
Backing out of a home sale could be a costly decision. Read on to learn more.
April 12, 2024 | By Maurie Backman
Waiting for Mortgage Rates to Drop? Here's Why You Might Have to Wait Longer
Mortgages are expensive to sign right now. Read on to see why they might remain expensive a bit longer.
April 12, 2024 | By Maurie Backman
Need to Buy a Larger Home to Fit Your Family? Here's Why That May Be a Problem
You might struggle to find a larger home if you need one. Read on to see why.
April 11, 2024 | By Christy Bieber
3 Items I'm Splurging on When Remodeling My House
Putting more money into certain materials used for a home remodeling project makes sense. Here's why.
April 11, 2024 | By Chris Neiger
Home Price Growth Is Back to Pre-Pandemic Levels. Here's What It Means for Buyers
Home price growth is finally stabilizing. Read on to find out why and how to take advantage of it.
April 10, 2024 | By Maurie Backman
Hoping Real Estate Inventory Will Increase Soon? Here's Some Bad News
The U.S. housing market has been starved for inventory. Read on to see why things may not improve anytime soon.
April 10, 2024 | By Maurie Backman
I Have a Large Credit Card Balance. Will My Mortgage Application Get Rejected?
Owing too much on your credit cards could make it harder to get a mortgage. Read on to learn more.
April 10, 2024 | By Maurie Backman
Is It Ever OK to Spend 50% of Your Income on a Home?
Spending 50% of your income on housing is generally a dangerous move. But in some cases, it may be OK. Read on to learn more.
April 9, 2024 | By Brittney Myers
3 Things I Wish I'd Paid Better Attention to During My Home Inspection
You'll never find everything during an inspection. But hopefully you'll find these things one home buyer missed.
April 8, 2024 | By Maurie Backman
Bought Too Much House and Feel Stuck? Here's One Move to Consider
Bearing expensive housing costs can be tough. Read on for ways to cope if you're trapped in that situation.
April 7, 2024 | By Chris Neiger
3 Backyard Trends That Can Help You Sell Your House for Up to 3% More
Buyers love a good backyard. Read on to find out how to make yours the most desirable.
April 7, 2024 | By Ashley Maready
5 Things I Learned When My First Home Offer Was Rejected
House hunting isn't easy, especially in 2024's market. Keep reading for a few prescient lessons one writer got when her first offer attempt fell flat.
April 6, 2024 | By Ashley Maready
5 Tips to Get Your Offer Accepted in a Seller's Market
There are more buyers than houses available in many markets. Keep reading to see how to give yourself an edge.
April 6, 2024 | By Chris Neiger
61% of Americans Say They'd Co-Buy a Home With a Friend. Would You?
Some Americans are turning to their friends for a buying partner. Read on to find out a few ways to lower your mortgage payment.
April 6, 2024 | By Maurie Backman
2023 Home Sales Fell to a 28-Year Low. Will Sales Pick Up in 2024?
Home sales dropped last year -- but perhaps not for the reason you'd think. Read on to learn more.
April 6, 2024 | By Maurie Backman
My Husband and I Plan for a Massive Home Repair Every Other Year. You May Want to as Well
This writer maintains a separate savings account for emergency home repairs. Read on to see why you may want to do the same.
April 6, 2024 | By Christy Bieber
Can You Refinance a Mortgage for Free?
There's no such thing as a truly free mortgage refinance. Take a look at what you need to know about no-closing-cost options.
April 6, 2024 | By Maurie Backman
Hiring a Real Estate Agent to Sell Your Home? Do This Before Signing That Contract
You may need the help of a real estate agent to sell your home. But that doesn't mean you have to overpay. Read on to learn more.
April 5, 2024 | By Dana George
The Unexpected Benefits of High Home Prices for Empty Nesters
Low home inventory has driven up home prices. Here's how one group is sure to benefit from higher prices.
April 5, 2024 | By Maurie Backman
3 Signs You Might Get Stuck in Your Starter Home Forever
Buying a starter home? Don't assume it won't become your forever home. Read on for a few ways to tell you might end up staying put.
April 4, 2024 | By Maurie Backman
Worried Mortgage Rates Will Stay High Forever? Here's How to Buy a Home in Spite of Them
Mortgages are expensive to sign right now. Do these things to make a home purchase more affordable.
April 3, 2024 | By Christy Bieber
Here's How My HOA Ended Up Imposing a $5,000 Fine for a $30 Dead Bush
Laws on HOAs give associations a lot of power -- including daily fines for continuing violations. Here's how costly things can get.
April 1, 2024 | By Maurie Backman
Home Sales Surged in February Despite Rising Prices. Ask Yourself This Question Before You Decide to Sell
It seems to be a seller's market. But should you list your home? Read on to find out.
April 1, 2024 | By Christy Bieber
What Can Your HOA Do if You Don't Follow the Rules?
HOAs may have more power than you think. Find out what the consequences could be if you fail to live up to the restrictions of your association.
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