Real Estate

The 10 Most — and Least — Affordable Places to Live in the US
Real Estate

The 10 Most — and Least — Affordable Places to Live in the US

Bert Sperling | December 4, 2024

Looking to live on less? Don’t bother looking at most “cheapest states to live in” lists for potential hometowns. Lists…

Is There a Best Time to Buy a House?
Real Estate

Is There a Best Time to Buy a House?

Jessica Lautz, PhD | October 7, 2024

Are you thinking, It will never be a good time to buy a house? Then perhaps you should consult your…

Should You Co-Sign on Your Child’s Mortgage?
Real Estate

Should You Co-Sign on Your Child’s Mortgage?

Keith ­Gumbinger | June 11, 2024

Co-signing on a mortgage might seem like a way to help a family member buy a home in this difficult…

Alternatives to a Traditional Mortgage
Real Estate

Alternatives to a Traditional Mortgage

Greg McBride, CFA | June 11, 2024

Interest rates above 7% aren’t the only reason it’s unpleasant to shop for a mortgage these days. Based on the…

Hidden Assets
Real Estate

Hidden Assets

Jonathan Boyar | April 20, 2024

It is challenging to find undervalued stocks these days. One solution: Look for small companies with ­“hidden” assets. Due to…

How to Buy a Home in This Very Competitive Seller’s Market
Real Estate

How to Buy a Home in This Very Competitive Seller’s Market

Martin Eiden | September 1, 2021

The residential real estate market is in a frenzy. A historically low supply of homes for sale combined with buyers…

How to Negotiate Real Estate Commissions
Buying & Selling

How to Negotiate Real Estate Commissions

Stephen Brobeck, PhD | July 15, 2021

With a few minutes of effort and these tactics, you could save thousands of dollars on the sale of your home to buy a new car.

Looking to Buy a House? Beware These Signs of Serious Problems
Buying & Selling

Looking to Buy a House? Beware These Signs of Serious Problems

Wally Conway | June 1, 2021

Spot important warning signs that there may be problems with a house before you buy—what to check on doors, windows, cabinets, electrical, roof, more.

Mortgage Lenders More Generous With Points
Mortgages

Mortgage Lenders More Generous With Points

Keith ­Gumbinger | April 15, 2021

If you're in the market for a “jumbo” mortgage, paying discount points upfront could be a great deal.

9 Reasons You Shouldn’t Buy a Second Home
Real Estate

9 Reasons You Shouldn’t Buy a Second Home

June 26, 2018

Owning a second home where you can kick back and enjoy life is a dream many people have—but the reality can be very different from the dream.

10 Affordable US Cities Where Life Is Great Without a Car
Buying & Selling

10 Affordable US Cities Where Life Is Great Without a Car

Matt Lerner | March 25, 2015

Walkable cities tend to be vibrant, interesting places to live. When people are able to run their errands or enjoy…

Common Errors on Real Estate Websites
Buying & Selling

Common Errors on Real Estate Websites

Robert Irwin | March 26, 2013

Nowadays, many home buyers and sellers depend on Web sites such as Trulia.com, Zillow.com and Realtor.com for real estate listings…information…