Tag: Real Estate
America’s 10 Best Small Cities, Towns to Live In
Karla Bowsher on September 19, 2016
Looking for a small place to call home? One town on the East Coast could be a great choice
Ask Stacy: Can I Make Money Flipping Houses?
Stacy Johnson CPA on September 16, 2016
Buying low, selling high: Flipping houses can bring the profits home. But is it as easy as they make it seem on TV?
15 Cities Where 4-Bedroom Homes Cost Less Than $115,000
Karla Bowsher on September 8, 2016
Home prices continue to climb, but it’s still possible to find a reasonably priced home in various parts of the country.
Heads Up, FICO — You’ve Got Company
Marilyn Lewis on September 6, 2016
FICO is still the gold standard for credit scores, but this newer competitor is gaining traction and has some advantages.
Ask Stacy: How Can I Get Out of My Timeshare Without Being Robbed?
Stacy Johnson CPA on September 2, 2016
Like marriage, hammocks and car leases, time-shares are a lot easier to get into than out of. Here’s everything you need to know before you buy (or what you wish you’d known before you bought).
The 25 Best Housing Markets for Prospective Buyers in 2016
Karla Bowsher on August 31, 2016
Cities in these two states dominate WalletHub’s ranking of the year’s best real estate markets.
How to Save Thousands When Selling Your Home
Marilyn Lewis on August 30, 2016
Here are eight tactics for negotiating lower commission fees with agents and ways of saving even more if you are willing to try out some newer businesses in the market.
American Home Sizes Are Shrinking Again
Krystal Steinmetz on August 25, 2016
After years of growth, new single-family homes in the U.S. are finally getting a little smaller. Find out what’s behind the trend.
10 School Districts Where Homes Command the Highest Prices
Karla Bowsher on August 15, 2016
Homes in the nation’s top-rated public school districts sell for more money, sell faster and are viewed more often than other homes, a new analysis finds.
10 States Where Homes Are So Cheap You Barely Need to Work
Karla Bowsher on August 3, 2016
Residents of one region can work as few as 31 hours per month and still pay their mortgage, according to a new study.
Moving to Canada After the Election? Forget This City
Chris Kissell on August 3, 2016
Does the thought of a Trump or Clinton presidency have you dreaming of life in the Great White North? Choose this city, and it might cost you.
5 Ways to Ride the Tide of Rising Home Prices
Marilyn Lewis on July 29, 2016
Housing values are surging. Here are some great ways to take advantage of what the market offers, depending on where you are in life.
Reverse Mortgages Have Changed: Is It Time to Take Another Look?
Marilyn Lewis on July 25, 2016
New rules have made reverse mortgages safer for seniors who need to access their home equity while remaining on the property. Here’s how they work.
This Easy and Cheap Trick Boosts Your Home Value by $1,300+
Krystal Steinmetz on June 28, 2016
The secret is just a can of paint away — if you choose the right color.
10 Home Upgrades With the Best Return for Your Money
Marilyn Lewis on June 27, 2016
Does remodeling a kitchen or bathroom pay off well when you sell your home? You might be surprised by the top-rated upgrades.
4 ‘Hidden’ Homeownership Costs That Wreck Budgets
Krystal Steinmetz on June 8, 2016
Writing a check for the mortgage payment is just the beginning. Knowing these extra homeownership expenses can keep you from blowing the budget.
Sold: Playboy Mansion — Famous Resident Included
Krystal Steinmetz on June 7, 2016
Hugh Hefner’s famed Los Angeles estate will soon have a new owner, who has agreed to an unusual condition as part of the deal.
How Things Can Go Very Wrong in a Rent-to-Own Home Purchase
Marilyn Lewis on June 6, 2016
Reports of abuses are surfacing about this tempting approach to home purchasing. It can be worth doing, but be aware of the potential pitfalls.
TV Sitcom House in San Francisco Is Up for Sale
Krystal Steinmetz on June 5, 2016
You can own a piece of 1980s television history in San Francisco. All you need is $4.15 million.
Some Housing Markets Hit New Home-Flipping Peaks
Karla Bowsher on June 2, 2016
Home flipping is continuing its upward trend after dipping in late 2014, according to RealtyTrac. Find out where the practice is at an all-time high.
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