High mortgage rates and rising prices are keeping home sales sluggish, but more listings and slight rate declines may give ...

The IRS recommends keeping tax records for three years; six years if income was underreported and seven years for bad debt ...

Mortgage options that require no downpayments include VA and USDA loans while low downpayment programs include FHA loans.

Sellers are encouraged to showcase home renovations as buyers are increasingly seeking turnkey homes. Buyers are willing to ...

Couples often wait years after marriage to buy a home. To save time, opt for cash wedding gifts, avoid debt, explore ...

HOA rules must follow the bylaws. If fences aren't required, they can't be mandated. Check full bylaws, clarify landscaping ...

You don't need a total overhaul to transform your laundry room. Try painting the walls or cabinets, installing floating ...

The average American spends seven hours per day looking at a screen; for agents, that number can be even higher. Some stretching exercises can help.

Luxury home fashions blend quality, sustainability and affordability. Invest in craftsmanship, use rugs, update lighting and ...

Sellers cut prices as new listings rise 4.2% year over year. Median list price dipped to $412K. Homes stay on market longer ...

Lenders use credit reports to assess risk. Monitoring your credit helps you spot errors and build a strong history, which can lead to better mortgage rates.

If construction growth remains steady through the start of 2025, anticipated Fed rate cuts later this year could help spur ...