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Many home buyers fall in love with their house, sometimes at first sight. However, it is important to be careful when you open up your heart – otherwise, you may get trapped in a money pit. Your first step to avoid falling into that trap is to complete a thorough home inspection with a reputable,
Americans are mobile people. In fact, the U.S. Census reports that about one in six Americans move each year. Though most moves are local, nearly one-sixth of all people who move change states. Finding the home that is right for you largely comes down to personal preferences, and the cities in this country have such
Have you been thinking about buying a condo? Perhaps the condo is in an up and coming neighborhood, and you want to buy before prices start to skyrocket. Or perhaps you’re tired of not being able to paint the walls of your apartment, and you’re ready to take the next step towards home ownership. Or,
Without a doubt, spring and summer is the busiest home buying season of the year. And with housing prices still falling in most parts of the country, buyers are blessed with plenty of affordable options yet again. The problem is that many first-time home buyers jump into home ownership too soon. Yes, there are some
Here’s the situation: You want to live downtown, but all the neighborhoods you’ve looked at are way out your price range. Wouldn’t it be cool if you could spot the next “hot” neighborhood before it’s hot? You’d get a great property for cheap, and end up living in one of the most desirable spots in town.
If you were one of the millions of people who became a homeowner between 2008 and 2010, whether it was your first time or your fifth, your purchase will have quite a noticeable effect on your taxes. That’s not only due to the lovely bump you’ll get from deducting your mortgage interest and property taxes,
rone on about down payments? You don’t need to become an expert on mortgage loans. You just need to know the basics to get a sense of how much of a down payment you need to buy a house.
Interest rates are rising once again. Will home prices fall as a result? The evidence is unclear. Learn more about the relationship between interest rates and home prices, and when rising interest rates might spell trouble for sellers — and opportunity for buyers.
State and local taxes in the U.S. add up to real money. There’s a huge difference between the highest-taxed states and the lowest. If you’re considering where to set down roots or looking to move to a lower cost-of-living area, read on to learn which states offer the lowest tax rates.
Vanguard Digital Advisor is a low-cost robo-advisor for long-term investors who want to own broadly diversified portfolios. It’s a solid, inexpensive, beginner-friendly option. Learn about Vanguard Digital Advisor, its key features, and its pros and cons to determine whether it’s right for you
While inflation wreaks havoc on your grocery bills and bond investments, it’s not all bad news for homeowners. But before you get too nervous or excited, ensure you understand how past periods of inflation have impacted homeowners — the good, the bad, and the ugly.
Paying your mortgage with your credit card sounds like a great way to earn rewards and stretch your dollars further. But it’s complicated — and not all it’s cracked up to be. Learn if and when you should pay your mortgage with plastic.
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