Do real estate developers necessarily build a whole subdivision of houses or something like Donald Trump's tower?
Well, Grandfather says ... "No."
When integration came to America's public schools, a "colored" school in Union, West Virginia, ...
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Why I Refuse to Buy Earthquake Insurance
When it comes to living in Southern California, earthquakes are a part of life. Thankfully, in my thirty years of homeownership here, and despite several very large temblors, including a couple of 7.0 shakers, I've never had to worry about any ...
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3 Essential Tips for Finding the Best Home Loan
Going through the mortgage process can be an intimidating, overwhelming experience, even for people who have done it before.
For newcomers, it can be especially difficult. It's easy to understand why: you're facing the prospect of entering into an ...
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A Quick Overview of 4 Potential Loan Options for Homebuyers
When we think of financing for a home, we often assume that there are very few options. Sure, we know about first-time home buyer's options. We might also know that we can find loans with varying term periods. But there are other options out there ...
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What to Consider Before Closing a Deal on a Vacation Home
As you work to become more financially secure, leisure time might feel more precious than ever. This is why many professionals choose to purchase their own slice of paradise: a vacation home.
Whether this is a new idea for you or you've been ...
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Mailbag: Should I Contribute to the 401k or Save for a Home?
I have been doing financial research and would love your opinion. I'm a young stay-at-home mom, and my husband just graduated from college. He got a great job within a few months of graduating, and we are looking toward buying a home. His job, also ...
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10 More Old Wives’ Tales Masquerading As Financial Rules of Thumb
There are people out there who swear that if you're lucky enough to see the first flower of springtime on a Friday, it's a sign of impending wealth.
I know. I don't buy it either.
Still, let's assume these folks know what they're talking about; ...
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U.S. Housing Market Seeing Unchanged Mortgage Rates from Last Year
According to recent data, mortgage rates rose slightly this year, but are now essentially back to where they started a year ago.
The average 30-year fixed rate reached 3.95% with an average 0.5 point. Two weeks ago, it was at 3.90% and at 3.94% a ...
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How to Know If It’s Better to Renovate Your Current Home or Move
Home buying is an emotional decision, seldom dominated by the most rational part of the mind. That's not to say that there is nothing practical about buying a home. But practicality is only one part of the equation. There's always a mix of practical ...
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100 Words On: Why the Most Valuable Monopoly Property Isn’t Boardwalk
When playing Monopoly, the conventional wisdom is that the best property to own is Boardwalk because it commands the highest rent. However, savvy players know the most valuable property is actually Illinois Avenue. How can that be? Well, one of the ...
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How New Home Crowdfunding Path May Let Millennials Live the American Dream
American Millennials are making the news once again. This time, it's because the demographic as a whole can't afford to purchase homes.
According to a recent survey by Apartment list, a staggering 80% of Millennials, those born between the years ...
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The 15 vs. 30 Year Mortgage Debate: Why a 30-Year Loan Is Better
According to Freddie Mac's most recent survey, there is currently a spread of 0.72% between the 15- and 30-year fixed rate mortgage benchmarks.
I think most people naturally assume that, when it comes to choosing between a 15- or 30-year fixed rate ...
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Outdoor Living: What to Consider When Buying a Family Vacation Home
No matter where your family lives, there is no arguing that natural spaces are often more appealing. Fresh air, sprawling lakes, and abundant wildlife offer an escape from everyday distractions, so it's no wonder that 37% of families say that ...
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100 Words On: Why Tracking Your Net Worth Is So Overrated
Many people dream about reaching the million-dollar net worth milestone, as if that lofty benchmark somehow guarantees a strife-free financial life. Preposterous! Net worth -- the value of your total assets minus your total liabilities -- is ...
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Basic Tips for Buying Your First Home on a Budget
Buying your first home can be both exciting and terrifying at the same time. The old standard of saving a 20% down payment seems like an insurmountable task at times -- but there are alternatives available that can make owning your home a dream come ...
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100 Words On: Why A Home Shouldn’t Be Considered an Investment
It's often said that a house is our biggest investment, yet the primary function of any house is to simply provide us with a place to live. Yes, handsome gains can be had for those with good timing. However, as investments go, houses rarely match the ...
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Real Estate Agents: Why They’re Not Worth It
I've sold one house in my lifetime -- way back in 1997 -- and I did that without a real estate agent. Yep ... For sale by owner (or FSBO).
It wasn't supposed to be that way.I actually started out with a realtor because I thought it would be crazy ...
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Reverse Mortgage Pros and Cons That Every Homeowner Needs to Know
The reverse mortgage is a financial option that has been around for decades, but relatively few people ever use them. However, the truth is, many people in their sixties and older end up with a majority of their wealth tied up in their home, while ...
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7 Signs That the Home You Want to Buy or Rent Has a Pest Problem
So you think you found the home of your dreams? Well, that potential dream home could easily turn out to be a nightmare if you don't pay attention during the house hunting process. After all, it's easy to overlook pest problems; many new home buyers ...
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How to Know When It’s Time to Cut and Run On an Investment
Nobody ever likes to admit when they are wrong, but sometimes it really is best to just cut your losses and run. This can apply to many different things in life, from relationships to money, but since this blog primarily focuses on good personal ...
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