Becoming a Homeowner
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Home Upgrades that Pay Off
Smart Buying Some affordable renovations recoup most of their cost when you sell.
By Rivan V. Stinson Last updated
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What to Consider Before Buying a Vacation Home
Smart Buying If you're thinking of buying a vacation home, we've got a guide on what to expect.
By Lisa Gerstner Last updated
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A Healthy Condo Has a Flush Reserve Fund
Smart Buying Reserve funds for a third of homeowner and condo associations have insufficient cash, experts say. Here are some cautionary steps you should take.
By Patricia Mertz Esswein Published
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Homeowners Insurance: How to Protect Your Home
Brandon Copeland NFL linebacker and Kiplinger contributing editor Brandon Copeland discusses the ins and outs of homeowners insurance.
By Brandon Copeland Published
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New Services Offer Help Making All-Cash Offers
Becoming a Homeowner Some firms help home buyers make all-cash offers on homes. Weigh the fees before you sign on.
By Emma Patch Published
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The 2022 Real Estate Market with Daniel Bortz
Becoming a Homeowner Daniel Bortz doesn’t just write about home sales and housing prices – he’s been in the business. He’ll share insights about the real estate outlook for 2022 and “how-to” tips for both buyers and sellers. Also, the pain of high gas prices.
By David Muhlbaum Published
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Home Sale Prices in the 50 Largest Metro Areas
Becoming a Homeowner What’s happening in the market where you live?
By the editors of Kiplinger's Personal Finance Published
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How Much Will Home Prices Continue to Rise in 2022?
Becoming a Homeowner It’s still a seller’s market, but higher mortgage rates will slow the torrid price increases. Know how to be a smart buyer or seller in these conditions.
By Daniel Bortz Published
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Conforming Mortgage Loan Limits for 2022 Rising
Becoming a Homeowner For 2022, the standard conforming limit for single-unit properties is $647,200, up nearly $100,000 from the 2021 cap.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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