Housing in 2020: Construction Costs Grow, Mortgage Rates Slow
Where will housing be in 2020? According to the latest Metrostudy predictions, if all continues on its current track, construction...
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401(k) Auto-Enrollment Connected to Early Withdrawals, With Housing Implications
With Social Security trust fund reserves waning—predicted to be depleted by 2034, leaving Social Security unable to maintain full scheduled...
Challenged by a Down Payment? The Easiest Markets to Save For
One of the biggest challenges for first-time homebuyers is saving. Coming up with a down payment is a hurdle for...
Experts Weigh In: Here’s When You Should Reach Key Financial Milestones
(TNS)—Maybe you have an idea of when you'd like to buy your first home or retire from the workforce—but just...
Disruptor Roundup: Divvy Takes on Rent-to-Own
Editor's Note: The Disruptor Roundup analyzes companies implementing unconventional models. Divvy This tech-powered, rent-to-own platform was launched at the end...
Ask the Expert: How Can I Assist My Buyers in a Seller’s Market?
Today's Ask the Expert column features Dan Steward, president of Pillar To Post Home Inspectors. Q: When guiding clients through...
6 Safety Tips for a Solo Road Trip
(TNS)—Hitting the road on your own can be an incredibly liberating experience. With no fights over the radio dial, you...
What Are the Worst Invasive Plants—and How Can You Stop Them?
Invasive plants can ruin a perfectly functioning ecosystem, creating issues for years and potentially changing landscapes forever. The key to...
Borrower Beware: Soon It Will Be Tough to Unload College Loans
(TNS)—Here's a good reason to think twice about taking out piles of student loans after watching a catchy TV ad...
6 Financial Goals to Achieve Before You Die
(TNS)—At the end of life, your final thoughts won't be on bad financial decisions—but before you approach the hereafter, you'll...
6 Key Numbers Buyers Must Examine Before Committing
“The rate should never be treated as a yes-or-no answer,” says Nick Nastos, founder of Chicago’s Property Shop. “I would be more concerned about a buyer closing with no emergency fund than one accepting a slightly higher rate with a manageable payment and cash still in the... Read more.
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