Homeownership
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Calendar: What’s driving mortgage rates the week of Nov. 28-Dec. 2, 2022
Mortgage market players will closely watch Friday’s jobs report.
1 min read Nov 28, 2022 -
What does ‘adjusted basis’ mean?
This term refers to the sale of property and the amount of taxes the seller owes.
2 min read Nov 22, 2022 -
Can I buy another house before I sell mine?
It has some advantages, but it can be risky — and costly.
6 min read Nov 21, 2022 -
Modular vs manufactured homes: What’s the difference?
How to compare these two types of prefab houses.
5 min read Nov 21, 2022 -
Calendar: What’s driving mortgage rates the week of Nov. 21-25, 2022?
A closely watched report about home sales is out this week.
1 min read Nov 21, 2022 -
What are homestead exemptions?
It can shield you from financial claims or taxes imposed on your home.
5 min read Nov 17, 2022 -
Easement appurtenant: What it means in real estate
This type of easement allows access to a property in perpetuity, regardless of who owns it.
3 min read Nov 16, 2022 -
What is adverse possession in real estate?
This legal principle entitles someone else to take over land that you own — but only if they meet a complex set of requirements.
4 min read Nov 10, 2022 -
Eminent domain: What it is, how it works
The principle of eminent domain allows governments to take over private property for public use. It’s a complicated and often controversial topic.
5 min read Nov 09, 2022 -
2023 cost of living data: Singles vs. married couples
Married people living together spend nearly $5,500 less on housing each year than single people do.
6 min read Nov 07, 2022