How to Break an Apartment Lease Agreement Without Penalty
Breaking my apartment lease wasn't the worst financial decision I ever made, but it was definitely one of the scariest. Why? Because, legally speaking,...
How to Get Help with Paying Rent – Assistance Programs &...
According to a 2018 study by the Pew Charitable Trusts, 38% of all American renter households put more than three-tenths of pretax income toward...
How to Sell Your House by Owner – Without a Realtor
Do you really need a real estate agent's help to sell your home? Maybe not, according to a 2007 paper by the National Bureau...
How to Withdraw from Your 401k or IRA for the Down...
Buying a home can be a big step towards securing your financial future, but saving for the down payment can be very time-consuming.
However, if you already...
Where Should I Live? – 14 Factors to Help You Decide...
Relocating is an overwhelming prospect, especially on a deadline. Deciding where to live involves a lot of considerations, and the choice you make can dramatically impact your quality of life. So before you move, pore over these factors to avoid making a costly or anxiety-inducing mistake.
How to Become a Section 8 Housing Landlord – Requirements, Pros...
Most landlords don't think highly of the Section 8 housing program. Over the years, I've heard dozens of myths about it. Landlords see it...
Building a Prefab Home – Types, Cost, Pros & Cons
Don't let the term "prefab home" scare you away - today's prefabricated homes (also termed "building systems" by the National Association of Home Builders), are...
Flipping Houses for Profit – Tips for How to Flip a...
Several years ago, I became friends with a young woman who was just getting started in real estate. She became a real estate agent, learned...
7 Home Improvement & Remodeling Ideas that Increase Home Value (And...
With the real estate market still in a slump, more and more people have decided not to sell their home. Instead, they have chosen...
Renting vs. Buying a House – How to Make a Decision,...
Given the hefty upfront costs associated with purchasing a home, most young people begin their independent lives renting an apartment. As they build careers, save...
What Is an FHA 203k Mortgage Loan – Requirements for Home...
Whether you're interested in snapping up a bargain home and renovating it to meet your needs, or you have a kitchen full of outdated appliances...
14 U.S. Cities With the Worst Traffic & Longest Commute Times
How's your commute?
If you're like most Americans, you probably drive to work in a car you own or lease. It takes a little less...
