Homeownership
Find tips for paying off your mortgage, refinancing to a better interest rate and boosting your home's value.
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Survey: Most Americans say personal finances haven’t improved under President Trump
Just 17 percent say their finances have improved under Trump, Bankrate’s survey finds.
4 min read Jun 15, 2020 -
How to negotiate a home purchase in a seller’s market
The pandemic has tightened home inventory even more, so forget lowball offers in most places.
4 min read May 29, 2020 -
Home-pricing hacks: How homebuyers can pay less and sellers can get more
How to set listing prices and other secrets of consumer behavior revealed.
3 min read May 27, 2020 -
Spring homebuying season is all but canceled — but will it hurt home values?
Home values will take a hit if COVID-19 drags on, experts predict.
5 min read May 01, 2020 -
Home seller gains slip in first quarter as home-price growth cools
Sellers get a little less and buyers pay a little less.
1 min read May 06, 2019 -
Should you pay cash for a house?
You’re ready to take the plunge and buy a home. Should you pay for it with cash?
2 min read Dec 15, 2017 -
I’ve changed my mind about selling my home. Can I back out of the sale contract?
Homeowners often get seller’s remorse. It can be an expensive affliction.
3 min read Oct 31, 2017 -
When you can tap your IRA and avoid a tax penalty
Need to use IRA cash? These early withdrawals don’t trigger the usual 10 percent tax.
3 min read Sep 19, 2017 -
Home-improvement grants for veterans, low-income homeowners
Grants can help veterans and low-income people with home upgrades.
2 min read Sep 13, 2017 -
Don’t let a new water heater burn your budget
It’s a big purchase, so know your options and what you can expect to pay.
2 min read Aug 25, 2017