Home Mortgage

A home insurer may require a sinkhole inspection. How crucial is it, and who pays?

Neglecting some maintenance or repair projects could mean expensive home insurance claims. That means paying a deductible now and facing the prospect of higher premiums in the future.

Blaming a pumped-up premium on plumbing problems? That logic might be all wet.

The occasional rented room probably won't run afoul of either local laws or your homeowners insurance. A thriving business just might.

Forget stocks and bonds billionaire Sir Richard Branson is investing some of his cash hoard in a door-bell company.  

If you don't know how to program your thermostat, you could be wasting significant money. Learn what you need to know to stay comfortable and save.

Your house is probably one of the biggest items you’ll ever sell, so you want it to look as good as it can, which is where home staging comes in.

Purchasing a home is an exciting time, especially for first-time buyers. However, the financial commitment is sometimes overwhelming. We asked a few financial bloggers to share their experiences and advice on the expenses of buying and owning homes.

When it comes to upgrading your home, not all projects are created equal.

It’s called budget creep. You won’t notice it right away, but quickly the little things start to add up. If you’re not careful, they will blow your budget and your room might sit unfinished indefinitely.

If you’re buying a flipped house, consider taking the following steps to ensure you don’t get any unpleasant surprises after closing.

It seems like everyone has a horror story when it comes to their home remodeling or repair experience. But that doesn't have to be you.

You can make your home look like a million bucks without spending a fortune. Here's how.

Desire an easy, low-cost face-lift for your home? Check out these six do-it-yourself projects that won’t break the bank.

A coverage change has insurance companies focusing new attention on old roofs.

What can a homeowner expect in the aftermath of a major catastrophe?

When you're blamed for bees, home insurance can be a repellent for liability costs.

Home improvement shows and magazines make repairs look easy, but sometimes taking the do-it-yourself approach can end up costing more money than hiring a professional.

Although I have liked almost every job I've ever had, I decided early on in my professional career that the most important thing to me was schedule flexibility.

You can lower your summer cooling costs by 30% to 40% by making just a few lifestyle adjustments and home preparations.