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Four Reasons to Buy When You Downsize for Retirement
Buying your retirement home, rather than renting it, grants you stability, control, possible tax benefits and a very handy inflation hedge.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
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Home Sales Hit Lowest Level in Nearly 30 Years
Existing home sales fell last year as low inventory, decreased affordability and high interest rates pressured the housing market.
By Joey Solitro Published
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Five Ways to Boost Young Adults Over the Homeownership Hurdle
Student loan debt often stands in the way of younger generations wanting to buy their first home. Consider these strategies to get around that.
By Sara Stanich, CFP®, CDFA®, CEPA Published
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10 Energy-Efficient Moves to Do in a Weekend
real estate For homeowners, it doesn't take much to help make the planet a little greener.
By Patricia Mertz Esswein Last updated
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How Retirees Can Downsize In Today's Housing Market
Rising prices, higher interest rates and a tight supply of smaller homes present challenges. But retirees have an edge.
By Sandra Block Published
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Only 16% Of Homes Listed For Sale Were Affordable In 2023
A Redfin analysis showed only 16% of homes listed in 2023 were technically affordable.
By Alexandra Svokos Published
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The Pros and Cons of Fixed-Rate Loans
real estate Consider these pluses and minuses before jumping into a loan you'll be paying for the next 15 to 30 years.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Homebuyers Don’t Want To Keep Waiting For Mortgage Rates To Fall, Study Finds
Fewer prospective homebuyers are being scared off now by high mortgage rates, according to a Bank of America survey.
By Jamie Feldman Published
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Five Big Steps to Buying Your First Home
real estate We told you how to prepare years ahead of your first home purchase. Now here is how to close the deal.
By Andrea Browne Taylor Last updated
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