Should you continue to rent or is it time to buy? Generally, the more time you plan to live in a home, the more sense it makes to buy. If you have just moved to a community, renting — at least initially — may be a better option as you get to... (Read More)

Are you house shopping with cat or dog in mind? You're not alone. According to a recent survey, one third of Millennials said one of the reasons they purchased a home was for their dog. Home buyers in other age groups, of course, are making home... (Read More)

While most people think of spring as the best time for a massive home cleaning spree, really any time of the year is a great time for cleaning, organizing and making sure your home is a safe place for you and your family. How safe is your house... (Read More)

Do you think student-loan debt is preventing you from buying a house? A recent survey by the National Association of Realtors supports that opinion. The survey found that 71 percent of non-homeowners who are current in their student loans believe... (Read More)

Today's mortgage rates remain near historic lows. Whether you're a home buyer, homeowner or home seller, you have an opportunity to save a substantial amount of money by taking advantage of today's low mortgage rates. Here's how you can... (Read More)

Which renovation projects provide the biggest return on your investment when it comes time to sell your home? You can get a pretty good idea of which upgrades offer a better ROI than others by taking a look at Remodeling Magazine's Cost Vs. Value... (Read More)

Are you looking for a family-friendly home? You're in good company. Many people make home-buying decisions on the needs of their children, seeking homes near good schools and with child-friendly amenities and enough bedrooms to accommodate... (Read More)

Thinking about selling your home this spring or summer? Start thinking about cleaning and organizing. Studies show that giving your home a thorough cleaning, de-cluttering and tidying up your yard before listing your home for sale is a smart move... (Read More)

Part of the moving process is changing your address so that all of your bank statements, bills, magazines and other mail goes to your new home. The quickest and easiest way to do that is to hop online and go to the U.S. Postal Service website... (Read More)

When financing a home, it's estimated that 80 percent of all home buyers elect to take out 30-year fixed-rate home loans. It's a popular option because of the low monthly payments. Less popular are 15-year and 10-year fixed-rate home loans. The... (Read More)