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)

You’re ready to move on. Maybe the house is too small, you’re moving because of a job, or you want to be closer to family and friends — the top three reasons for selling a home, according to the National Association of Realtors. No matter... (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)

Moving out of a beloved home — even if you're moving to a beautiful new place — can be a roller coaster ride of emotions. You will no doubt be leaving friends and precious memories behind. To cope with this transition, here are some quick tips... (Read More)

You see a great house online and contact the agent to view the property. After touring the home, you’re ready to make an offer. So you go back to the showing agent’s office to draw up the paperwork. What’s missing from this scenario? The... (Read More)

Most homeowners don’t think too much about their homeowner’s insurance policies. They sign on for the standard policy and leave it at that. They may not be aware of the details of their policy, let alone the options they may add to it in order... (Read More)

You have decided to embark on the journey of first-time home ownership! Congratulations! But before you bid on your dream home, arm yourself with some basic home buying knowledge. Follow these simple guidelines to be prepared for one of the most... (Read More)

Whether it’s your first or fifteenth home purchase, the buying process can be stressful. You can’t eliminate all the uncertainty and complications of such a large purchase, but you can reduce the stress with some preparation. These six tips will... (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)