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Tech startup Divvy aims to revolutionize the rent-to-own model for houses
Tech startup Divvy aims to revolutionize the rent-to-own model for houses Homes & Real Estate February 15th, 2018
A new tech startup that allows renters to build up credit for a potential home purchase down the line may be…
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5 unusual strategies for selling your home Homes & Real Estate February 8th, 2018
Getting ready to list your home for sale soon? Taking a slightly unconventional approach to marketing can really pay off…
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Did Your Last Dishwasher Last As Long as This Chart Says It Should? Homes & Real Estate January 23rd, 2018
When you buy an appliance, you want to be sure it's going to last a good long time. But some…
13 things a burglar won’t tell you
13 things a burglar won’t tell you Homes & Real Estate December 18th, 2017
The holidays are prime time for thieves! So to help you protect your home from crooks this season, Reader's Digest put together…
5 ways to winterize windows and keep your home warm
5 ways to winterize windows and keep your home warm Homes & Real Estate December 4th, 2017
You welcome winter — the promise of a silent overnight snowfall, lacy, leafless trees smothered in a white blanket knit…
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Pro tips: How to find the best real estate agent for you Homes & Real Estate October 25th, 2017
Finding the right real estate agent is like finding someone to spend your life with: it may take longer than…
Buying a home? | 15 ways to shop for the lowest mortgage rates
Buying a home? | 15 ways to shop for the lowest mortgage rates Homes & Real Estate October 3rd, 2017
When purchasing a home, shopping for the lowest mortgage rates is an essential strategy that can save you thousands of…
The $15 insurance policy all renters need
The $15 insurance policy all renters need Insurance September 20th, 2017
More than one in three of us now rent a home instead of owning, according to the National Multifamily Housing…
Flood insurance: What your home policy won’t cover
Flood insurance: What your home policy won’t cover Homes & Real Estate September 11th, 2017
Hurricane Irma is leaving her mark in Florida and beyond, and with many Americans facing damage from winds and flooding,…
3 home energy savings tips to save $500 this year
3 home energy savings tips to save $500 this year Homes & Real Estate July 10th, 2017
Electricity is a basic necessity that many of us take for granted (like when we leave the lights on 24/7).…
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8 ways to safeguard your home during summer vacation Homes & Real Estate June 27th, 2017
Summer vacation season is in full swing! Do you want to let criminals know you're not home? Of course not! But…
How to Open a Door That’s Locked From the Inside — Without a Key
How to Open a Door That’s Locked From the Inside — Without a Key Homes & Real Estate June 5th, 2017
If you have young kids, you know they're in and out of the bathroom all day. Washing their hands, blowing…
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How to Change Your HVAC Filter Homes & Real Estate May 16th, 2017
Some tasks around the house are so simple that there's almost no need to call in a professional to do…
New price point for the Nest thermostat: Under $200?
New price point for the Nest thermostat: Under $200? Homes & Real Estate March 24th, 2017
Programmable thermostats can reduce heating and cooling costs in your home by 25% or 30%, and the Nest thermostat is…
New price point for the Nest thermostat: Under $200?
Clark Howard: Refinance Guide Mortgages March 23rd, 2017
Refinance Guide Since the interest rate cuts, Clark has been inundated with calls about how to refinance, when to refinance…
The top 10 places to live in the USA
The top 10 places to live in the USA Money & Credit March 22nd, 2017
A Maryland community that’s located between Baltimore and Washington, D.C., has been named the best place to live in the…
Should you refinance your home to pay off your credit card debt?
Should you refinance your home to pay off your credit card debt? Money & Credit March 22nd, 2017
When you’re struggling with debt, it’s easy to go for the solution that will bring you the quickest relief. Many…
Why paying off PMI should be a top financial priority
Why paying off PMI should be a top financial priority Homes & Real Estate March 22nd, 2017
Private mortgage insurance (PMI) can be a good thing when you are trying to get a mortgage, but once you…
10-year mortgages save you money
10-year mortgages save you money Homes & Real Estate March 22nd, 2017
Looking for the sweet spot of the mortgage market? Shorter-term mortgage loans are growing in popularity. 10-year mortgages are getting…
Why the holidays may be the best time to sell a house
Why the holidays may be the best time to sell a house Homes & Real Estate March 22nd, 2017
There's no place like home for the holidays—and that's especially true if you're looking to sell a home right now!…
Owner’s title insurance: What is it and when do you need it?
Owner’s title insurance: What is it and when do you need it? Insurance March 22nd, 2017
When you buy a home or refinance one, you need a simple insurance policy that most people just won't buy…even…
New website tells you if someone died in your house!
New website tells you if someone died in your house! Homes & Real Estate March 22nd, 2017
Some time ago, there was an unfortunate incident at a house near us where a man committed suicide. When his…
New website tells you if someone died in your house!
Owner’s title insurance offers protection Homes & Real Estate March 22nd, 2017
Months ago, I told you story about terrible events in Colorado where person after person who refinanced their mortgage and…
Self-install burglar alarm kits offer $15/month monitoring
Self-install burglar alarm kits offer $15/month monitoring Homes & Real Estate March 22nd, 2017
Are you paying big bucks for a burglar alarm? New self-install kits are available that don't require a landline and…
Are Home Warranties Worth the Money?
Are Home Warranties Worth the Money? Homes & Real Estate March 22nd, 2017
Home warranties aren't worth the paper they're written on, but that hasn't stopped homeowners from buying them by the millions.…
How to hire the best moving companies
How to hire the best moving companies Homes & Real Estate March 22nd, 2017
People are moving again in larger numbers and it's a good time to take a look at how to hire…
Should I Pay Off My Mortgage Early?
Should I Pay Off My Mortgage Early? Homes & Real Estate March 22nd, 2017
When people ask me whether or not they should pay off their mortgage, my answer is always, unequivocally YES. There…
Big banks are the worst places for mortgages and refinances
Big banks are the worst places for mortgages and refinances Homes & Real Estate March 22nd, 2017
Do you know that it's a rip to get a mortgage or refinance from a giant monster mega-bank? Giant monster…
Buying a DIY Alarm System Will Save You Money
Buying a DIY Alarm System Will Save You Money Homes & Real Estate March 22nd, 2017
A couple of months ago my wife and I had somebody break into our house at 4 a.m. in the…
4 DIY Projects Perfect for New Homeowners
4 DIY Projects Perfect for New Homeowners Homes & Real Estate March 22nd, 2017
You love every part of your new home…well, almost. There are some things that you could do without or some…