Housing & Real Estate
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23 Signs You Belong in the City
Any big city can be a daunting place. Cities are big, loud, and filled with a lot of people in a little space. While they can be a great option for those who enjoy the energy and opportunities that the…
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I Just Bought My First Home at Age 47 and This is What I’ve Learned
I am bending over in the front yard, my right hand wrist-deep in water as I grope for what I hope is the manual shutoff valve to our sprinkler system. Until 30 minutes ago, I didn’t even know there was…
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42 Metro Areas Where New Home Construction Is Booming
Looking for a brand-new home? Home builders have been busy this year. For home buyers on the hunt for new construction, Texas is the place to be. Three of its major metropolitan areas rank atop the list of cities with…
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How Moving Can Actually Make You Money
Moving sales are great for bargain hunters, typically not so much for people holding the sale, who might be less interested in profit than in cutting down on how much stuff needs to go into boxes in order to make…
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17 Things to Look for When Hunting for a Home Online
An explosion of real-estate websites has made it easier than ever to shop for a new home without ever leaving yours. Still, while having so much information at your fingertips can ease the process, knowing what to look for while…
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20 Expert Tips for Selling a Home in Today’s Market
By most accounts, 2019 is shaping up as a complex year to sell a home. Inventory is still at historic lows and demand remains strong, thanks to continued job growth, but financing conditions are worsening, making for a less predictable…
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Holy Makeovers: 20 Former Churches That Have Been Born Again
With their soaring steeples, glistening stained glass, and beautiful belfries, churches are unlike any other structures. But places of worship, like people, grow and change; over time, some are decommissioned…
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How to Get to Know Your Neighbors When You Move
Each year, millions of people move to a new community. While immersing yourself in new surroundings may not trump unpacking and setting up a home, there are reasons to make…
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10 Years After the Crash: What You Need to Know About Buying a Home Now
It’s been a decade since the Great Recession, triggered by the subprime mortgage crisis and lax lending standards. After the economic downturn during which many people lost their homes, the…
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25 Most Expensive Beachfront Properties
Right around the time of year the sun starts sticking around longer and the temperatures creep upward, a house by the beach starts to sound mighty nice. Though with far…
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30 Cities Where Today’s College Grads Can Actually Make a Living
The economy is better for graduating college students than it’s been in years, but that isn’t saying much. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, their unemployment rate is 7.1…
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What You’ll Pay for a Square Foot of Real Estate Across the Country
It’s no secret that location is everything in real estate. But when you look at home prices in the vast metropolitan regions that surround America’s cities, it becomes strikingly clear…
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17 Reasons Not to Buy a Vacation Home
Many people think owning a second home in their favorite vacation destination will save money over the long haul. But owning a vacation home can mean lots of hidden expenses…
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What You Need to Know When Shopping For a Mortgage
If you’re thinking of purchasing a home, you’ve probably started shopping for a mortgage. It’s a daunting task to be sure, but it doesn’t have to be. Before you dive…
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12 Things You Should Know Before Buying a Condo
Buying a condo, which is a bit different than buying a house, can be intimidating. But if you’re armed with knowledge about the risks and rewards of purchasing one and…
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18 Questions to Ask When Moving to a New City
Even if you’re moving somewhere with a low cost of living, relocating can be a stressful, daunting process. Making it even more nerve-wracking: Trying to pick the right spot to…
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21 Tips for First-Time Homebuyers
Buying your first home is a high-pressure endeavor. The number of homes for sale in America has been steadily declining for years. According to Zillow, inventory has been on a…
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17 Need-to-Know Tips for Renting Out Your Place on Airbnb
If you have a room or second house to spare, you’re sitting on a potential gold mine. So just post a rental notice and watch the money flow in, right?…
