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...
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...
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you're interested in snapping up a bargain home and renovating it to meet your needs, or you have a kitchen full of outdated appliances...
Where Should I Live? 14 Important Factors When Deciding the Best...
Home is where the heart is, but what if your heart doesn't know where it should be?
From low crime rates to a great education...
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...
Top 10 Most Affordable U.S. Cities to Live In
While you've probably fantasized about living in an affordable vacation destination, it might not be in the cards for your family. Moving to a...
How to Get Money for a Down Payment on a House...
Whether you're purchasing a prefab dwelling, building a new construction home, or planning to fix up an older house, you're probably excited about the prospect...
