Real Estate
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Buying a home comes with many decisions, among them the loan term you want. Should you choose a shorter loan term with higher minimum monthly payments or a longer loan term with smaller payments? Learn the differences between a 15-year and a 30-year mortgage, and the pros and cons of either option.
Want to invest in real estate without tenants calling you in the middle of the night? A mortgage REIT, or mREIT, could be right for you. Find out how this type of real estate investment trust works, how risky it really is, and whether it fits into your financial plan.
rone on about down payments? You don’t need to become an expert on mortgage loans. You just need to know the basics to get a sense of how much of a down payment you need to buy a house.
The median home price in the United States hovers around $200,000, which means your home is the biggest investment you’ll likely make in your life. The purpose of homeowner’s insurance is to protect that investment should it be damaged or destroyed. That said, it’s pretty important. However, protecting such a big investment doesn’t have to
Renters insurance has several benefits for tenants. And some property owners require tenants to carry it. But it comes at a cost. Before rushing to purchase a policy you might not need or writing off renters insurance as unnecessary, take a few minutes to consider the benefits and drawbacks.
Interest rates are rising once again. Will home prices fall as a result? The evidence is unclear. Learn more about the relationship between interest rates and home prices, and when rising interest rates might spell trouble for sellers — and opportunity for buyers.
State and local taxes in the U.S. add up to real money. There’s a huge difference between the highest-taxed states and the lowest. If you’re considering where to set down roots or looking to move to a lower cost-of-living area, read on to learn which states offer the lowest tax rates.
While inflation wreaks havoc on your grocery bills and bond investments, it’s not all bad news for homeowners. But before you get too nervous or excited, ensure you understand how past periods of inflation have impacted homeowners — the good, the bad, and the ugly.
Vanguard Digital Advisor is a low-cost robo-advisor for long-term investors who want to own broadly diversified portfolios. It’s a solid, inexpensive, beginner-friendly option. Learn about Vanguard Digital Advisor, its key features, and its pros and cons to determine whether it’s right for you
Paying your mortgage with your credit card sounds like a great way to earn rewards and stretch your dollars further. But it’s complicated — and not all it’s cracked up to be. Learn if and when you should pay your mortgage with plastic.
Steadily is an insurance company that’s all about landlord insurance. Its fully customizable coverage is appealing. But it has its pros and cons, so familiarize yourself with the features you need before taking out a policy.
The decision to rent or buy a home doesn’t just come down to comparing a neighborhood’s market rent to the principal and interest payment that a mortgage would cost. Neither, for that matter, does it come down to being able to pick your own paint colors or knock down walls. Owning a home costs far more
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