By Lance Lambert What are you hankering for when you buy a home? Good space and great bones? You bet. Nice neighborhoods and highly rated schools? Check. Maybe even some awesome shiplap design notes? No prob, “Fixer Upper” obsessives! But when you put all of those different factors into a grinder, there’s one … [Read more...] about Liftoff! 10 Surprising U.S. Cities Where Home Values Are Skyrocketing
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The Short Sale Process: 5 Steps to Break Free of Mortgage Trouble for Good
By Jeanne Sager The short sale process can seem intimidating, yet getting a handle on the steps can make it a lot less scary—and help home sellers navigate a difficult financial situation without too much damage. A short sale—where homeowners sell their property for less than they owe on their mortgage—is often the last resort … [Read more...] about The Short Sale Process: 5 Steps to Break Free of Mortgage Trouble for Good
9 Home-Buying Costs Veterans and Active Military Should Keep in Mind
By Cathie Ericsson For veterans and active military, VA loans are a great way to achieve the dream of homeownership. More than 22 million service members have used these flexible, no down payment loans since 1944. But when people hear “no down payment,” they often don’t realize they’ll still need some cash on hand to … [Read more...] about 9 Home-Buying Costs Veterans and Active Military Should Keep in Mind
10 Things Every Newlywed Couple Needs in Their Home
Written by Sage Singleton When you get married, “my home” becomes “our home.” Marriage equals commitment, which means you need to start thinking long-term when it comes to your household purchases. Ask yourself, “Will I still be using this five years from now? Changing the way you think about your home purchases might mean … [Read more...] about 10 Things Every Newlywed Couple Needs in Their Home
8 Tax Breaks Most Homeowners Don’t Realize They Can Get
Written by Credit.com It’s tax season again, and if you bought a new home in 2016, you want to be sure you don’t miss out on one of the numerous tax deductions you could be eligible for. Even if you aren’t a new homeowner, there could be some deductions you might not be aware of that can help you maximize your tax refund. We … [Read more...] about 8 Tax Breaks Most Homeowners Don’t Realize They Can Get
