Do you think student-loan debt is preventing you from buying a house? A recent survey by the National Association of Realtors supports that opinion. The survey found that 71 percent of non-homeowners who are current in their student loans believe... (Read More)

Selling a home can be a nerve-wracking process. It's your baby, after all. You have been there through all the growing pains, from painting the walls your favorite shade, to upgrading the bathrooms and putting your finishing touches on the window... (Read More)

When faced with the task of packing up your entire life into a pile of cardboard moving boxes, it isn't hard to get overwhelmed with the process. Fortunately, this doesn't have to be the case. We've got the skinny on how you can keep your life, your... (Read More)

What’s my mortgage payment? That’s probably your main concern as you figure out how to finance your home purchase. But make sure you consider the other costs associated with buying and maintaining your property. Taxes Public services... (Read More)

We all know that person who has way too much stuff. But what happens when that person has to pack up and move away? It can take large amounts of time, sweat, and tears to move a pack rat. We have a few tips you can use that will hopefully make... (Read More)

Great news! If you’re moving for your work, you just might qualify for a tax deduction on your moving expenses. This is part of the tax Form 3903: Moving Expenses. While this is potentially great news, not everyone is qualified for these tax... (Read More)

If you’re behind on your mortgage, any offer of assistance gives you hope. And that’s what scam artists count on: That desperate home owners will agree to almost any product or service that will supposedly help them avoid... (Read More)

Maybe you’re blindsided with an expensive medical procedure. Or your spouse loses her job, putting an incredible strain on your household finances. Hundreds of scenarios exist that could put you in a once-unthinkable position: in danger of missing... (Read More)

You’re ready with a down payment for your home, but you need to borrow at least $150,000 to complete the purchase. Your parents offered to lend you the money—should you accept it? As generous as your parents’ offer is, the decision may not... (Read More)