Urban vs Suburban vs Rural Living – Differences to Consider Where...
The COVID-19 pandemic hit many American cities hard. In fact, many city dwellers are thinking about moving to a less populated area. But is that really the smartest move for your health or finances? Before selling your home, first examine the true cost of living in urban, suburban, and rural areas.
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...
10 Best U.S. Cities to Live In Without a Car –...
According to the 2015 edition of AAA's Your Driving Costs, the average annual cost to own and operate a vehicle in the U.S. is...
Real Estate Fees That You Need To Know About
The euphoria of becoming a homeowner at a young age can be very intoxicating. The approval from your friends followed by the respect of...
How Sellers Can Make Their Homes Eligible for an FHA Mortgage
If you're preparing your home for sale, you are surely focused on making it as attractive as possible to potential buyers. Making small repairs,...
Aging in Place – Costs to Consider & Tips to Save...
The United States is aging, and fast. With roughly 10,000 Americans turning 65 every day, we will have more seniors (those over 65) than...
Living in a Small House – Benefits & Challenges
Drive around many new neighborhoods, and you often see the same thing: street after street of behemoth homes, most that look like they came off an...
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...
7 Common Mistakes Made by First-Time Home Buyers
When I bought my first house a few years ago, I quickly discovered that there's nothing cheap about the process. With closing costs, the...
14 Numbers You Need to Know When Investing in Real Estate...
One of the great advantages of investing in real estate is that you can predict your returns — if you know what numbers to look at. Whether you want to flip houses or invest in income properties, here are the numbers you need to know to ensure every deal you buy is a good one.
17 Best Free Resources for Home Buying & Research
The homebuying process can be exhilarating and daunting in equal measure. Fortunately, today’s technology provides homebuyers with a set of free resources you can explore without ever leaving your sofa. Read on to learn about 17 favorite free homebuying resources.
10 Best U.S. Cities to Live In
Americans are mobile people. In fact, the U.S. Census reports that about one in six Americans move each year. Though most moves are local,...