homeownership

Tiny houses: big rewards, bigger challenges
Big Leap to a Tiny House Lifestyle
Downsizing to a tiny house may save money over time, but the upfront costs and restrictions in location can present sizable challenges for most families.
Ask your questions to a housing counselor
4 Reasons You Need a Housing Counselor
Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or a homeowner who needs to avoid foreclosure a HUD-certified housing counselor should be your best friend.
Don't outlive your retirement nest egg
Don’t Outlive Your Retirement Nest Egg
If you're a boomer headed into retirement, it's important to diversify your financial portfolio to avoid the trouble of outliving your retirement nest egg.
Out of date appliances may cost you
How your Out of Date Appliances are Costing you More Money
Those old, out of date appliances in your home are more than just an eyesore, they may actually be costing you money due to higher energy consumption.
Is it Better to Buy or Rent in this Troubled Economy

Many people struggle over the choice between buying and renting a home, and with foreclosures and upside down mortgages (owing the bank more than the house is worth) prevalent in the news opting for one or the other has become more difficult. On the one hand buying could be the right way to go because […]