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Raising Your Credit Score Could Lower Your Mortgage Rate
Did you know that raising your credit score could get save you money on your mortgage? Our guide to how it works.
By Erin Bendig • Published
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Mortgage Rates and Payments Keep Rising, Creating Market Misery
Mortgages Current mortgage rates and payments continue to rise resulting in buyer demand stalling and housing sentiment at low levels.
By Erin Bendig • Published
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The 5 Safest Cities in the U.S. 2023
Places to live These are the top five safest cities in the U.S., compared to 200 of the largest U.S. cities.
By Erin Bendig • Published
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Kiplinger Housing Outlook: Housing Starts Continue to Fall
Economic Forecasts Kiplinger Housing Outlook: Weakness lies ahead for the housing market as high prices, mortgage rates ding affordability.
By Rodrigo Sermeño • Last updated
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13 Tax Breaks for Homeowners and Home Buyers
Tax Breaks Owning (or buying) a home is expensive. But at least there are some tax deductions, credits, and exclusions that can help you recoup some of those costs.
By Rocky Mengle • Last updated
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How to Declutter Your Home If You're Moving or Downsizing — 8 Tips to Avoid Overwhelm
Planning to declutter your home — whether you're moving or downsizing — can be overwhelming. Here's how to do it.
By Dawn Wotapka • Published
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Opportunity Zones in 2023: A Look Back, a Look Forward
Is now the perfect storm for investors? Don’t take your eye off the ball — investing in opportunity zones is well situated to offer meaningful tax benefits to knowledgeable investors.
By Daniel Goodwin • Published
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Should I Sell or Rent My House When I Relocate for Retirement?
This decision isn’t easy, thanks to investment, tax and other considerations. Let’s explore the implications of each.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® • Published
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Mortgage Denials Spike Among Seniors. Here's How to Boost Your Approval Chances
A new mortgage study shows that older Americans, especially those over 70, aren’t being paranoid about increased mortgage loan denials.
By Ben Demers • Published