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Although the U.S. economy continues to hum along, current conditions have created some very real barriers for would-be homeowners, making…
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Any time you need to hire a contractor or a skilled tradesperson to work on your home, you have a…
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If you've done a great job contributing to your IRA, you may get tempted to invest in real estate inside…
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Home buyers and sellers are mostly on the sidelines right now. Most homeowners with mortgages are sporting "golden handcuffs," afraid…
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It's less common in the United States in the 21st century. But in many parts of the world, and in…
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If you've ever done a big move, you know that it can be a stressful experience. And sometimes, a large…
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If you own a home, there's a good chance you'll want a home security camera. There are just too many…
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Airbnb has been an affordable alternative to hotels for many years now, but its reputation has taken a hit as…
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When it comes to home size, some people believe that bigger is better. But as you know, the larger your…
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According to the Insurance Information Institute (III), the cost of homeowners insurance has “risen significantly since the pandemic.” Rates increased…
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There's building a new house and then there's building your own home. Not many people have the skillset to build…
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If you're thinking about buying a house sometime soon, you probably have in mind a specific time of the year…
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Inflation in the United States has remained above 5% for 25 consecutive months. It overlaps in part with the onset…
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There’s no shortage of companies offering insurance or other services to protect your home from unexpected events. With all the…
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A comedian sold his house near Los Angeles and wants to buy a penthouse condo north of Miami. No, there's…
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The U.S. real estate market has been an exercise in patience for many Americans. Many have opted for a condo…
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Money is at the forefront of our minds more often than normal as Americans. Inflation, down from its peak, still…
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Mixing family and business can be challenging even in the best of circumstances. How about doing it with your aging…
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The housing market has been challenging for people in the market since the tail end of 2021. Prices skyrocketed late…
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Costco sells all sorts of unexpected items beyond bulk groceries. That includes engagement rings, vacations, furniture, caskets and swimming pools.…
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Your current home no longer meets all your needs. Should you buy a different house or renovate the one you…
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The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States in 2020 caused a massive shift in culture, business and…
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Keeping tabs on how much electricity you use is a good way to save money on your utilities. But money…
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“Home warranties aren't worth the paper they're written on.” That's a direct quote from money expert Clark Howard, and it…
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It’s never a bad idea to think about the amount of energy we expend in our homes. If we’re not…
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How much house can you afford to buy? Whether you're renting or planning to upgrade from a current home, it's…
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The housing market has been crazy, but things are starting to settle down. While money expert Clark Howard does not…
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If you own your home or are thinking about buying one, are you prepared for the repair costs if something…
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If you’re thinking about selling your home, it goes without saying that you need to put it in the best…