Checklist: 5 Things to Know When Moving
Whether it’s a trek across town or driving a few states over to a new home, there are a lot of expenses people should factor in when moving.
8 Outside-the-Box Ways to Find a Home
When inventory is low and buyer demand is high, potential homebuyers and their real estate agents need to think (and look) outside the box for a home to buy.
How Renters can Make Sure to Get their Deposit Back
When it comes to getting a security deposit back, renters need to be diligent before they move in and read their lease carefully before signing it.
Best Renters and Homeowners Insurance Companies
New ssrvey results indicate that renters are happier with their insurer than homeowners.
How to Be a Good Landlord
The key to being a good landlord — and making more money on your rentals — is to have a good working relationship with your tenants. Here’s how to balance taking care of your property with being respectful of your tenants and their personal space.
Make a Familiar Choice for Condo Insurance?
Find out if a condo's contents should be covered by the company insuring what's outside.
You Might be Forced to Buy Renters Insurance
More and more landlords are requiring their tenants to have renters insurance.
How Disabled Tenants can Fight Discrimination
If you're disabled and your landlord treats you unfairly, you can file a complaint.
Use Cash or Mortgage to Buy Vacation Home?
If you are serious about buying a vacation home, learn first about these financing issues.
8 Costs to Consider When Buying a Rental Property
Before you decide to invest in real estate, make sure you know the true cost of owning and maintaining a rental property.
What to Know Before Jumping Into a Rent-to-Own Lease
It's both a lease to rent a home and a deal to buy it, rolled into a single document, so it has more moving parts and quirks than either document individually. In other words, study up and get expert help
When and How to Break a Lease
If you find yourself in a situation where you feel you need to break your lease, remember that it can be an expensive and difficult process. That said, sometimes it’s worth it. Here are the two main scenarios and how to deal with them.
Rental Perks You Might Get … If You Ask
Your typical apartment lacks instant-gratification niceties, but most come with at least one or two alluring perks of their own. Other perks, for various reasons, are more discreet: You have to ask for them.
6 Ways to Lower Your Mortgage Bill
Before moving into a cheaper house, there are some things you can do to cut that big mortgage obligation.
New Mortgage Disclosure Rules Arm Home Buyers With Information
As of October 1, the TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure Rule (TRID) requires lenders to provide consumers with more detailed rate and fee information, and to give them more time to review it before closing.
Refi or Home Equity Loan for School Costs?
Paying for college? A refi, home equity loan and financial aid are among your options.
Does a Mortgage Refinance Make Sense?
The answer to the common question, "does a mortgage refinance make sense?" largely depends on your goals for your new mortgage and how long you plan to stay in your home.
4 Things to Consider Before You Refinance
Refinancing can be a great way to help save you money, but it’s important to consider the costs and benefits of refinancing before you make such a large decision.
Expert on the Future of Mortgage Rates
A professor says many forces should help keep mortgage rates in check next year.
How to Refinance a Second Property
If you have a vacation home or investment property with an older, expensive mortgage, consider a refinance so you can take advantage of historically low mortgage rates.



















