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What is a ‘betterment’ in real estate?
The term means pretty much what it sounds like: An improvement that increases the value of a home, thus making it “better.”
2 min read Oct 10, 2022 -
What is a ‘bundle of rights’ in real estate?
This legal term lays out the rights of property ownership and what you may, and may not, do with your property.
2 min read Oct 10, 2022 -
What is a contractual lien?
A contractual lien is a legal claim against property as a result of a voluntary contract, such as a mortgage loan.
2 min read Oct 10, 2022 -
Investing in semiconductor stocks and funds in 2023
A guide to help you better understand the potential behind semiconductors as investments.
4 min read Feb 22, 2023 -
Business profile: How Janice Torres built an agency that leads with social impact
Mix creative communications with social impact, and you’ve got The Brand Phoenix.
4 min read Jan 31, 2024 -
How to recover from credit card delinquency
Delinquency can have a rough impact on your credit, but it’s possible to recover.
5 min read Oct 10, 2022 -
Six tips for saving on Thanksgiving costs
Thanksgiving day comes with a great deal of expenses. Here is how to save.
4 min read Oct 07, 2022 -
Credit card trends in 2023
Here are some credit card industry trends we anticipate in 2023.
5 min read Oct 10, 2022 -
Types of real estate agents
How to distinguish the pros and find the one that suits you best.
6 min read Oct 07, 2022 -
Condo vs. house: Which is best for you?
We debate the pros and cons of these two leading form of homeownership.
7 min read Oct 21, 2022 -
Buying a house in Illinois: A how-to
Prices in the Chicago metro area can be exponentially higher than the rest of the state. Here’s how to buy a home in Illinois.
9 min read Oct 21, 2022 -
Investing in FinTech in 2022
Qi Yang/Getty Images The world of fintech — the short-hand term for financial technology companies — can offer exciting opportunities for investors. Fintech companies include those that create and [...]
6 min read Feb 22, 2023 -
Understanding escrow: How it works in homebuying
It’s not complicated, but it involves several steps. Here’s how to navigate them.
6 min read Jun 09, 2023 -
All the ways a president can (and can’t) influence the Federal Reserve
Presidents may affect the world’s most powerful central bank more than you think.
7 min read Oct 07, 2022 -
Should you do a pre-holiday financial fast in October?
A financial fast might help whip your money into shape for the holidays. Should you give one a try?
3 min read Oct 07, 2022 -
The average cost of Halloween
Halloween spending on costumes, decor and candy is expected to reach record levels.
6 min read Oct 07, 2022 -
Appealing your property tax assessment: when, why and how to
Yes, you can challenge it. Here’s how to prepare your case.
4 min read Oct 07, 2022 -
What is a fixed annuity?
Here’s what you need to know about fixed annuities, their drawbacks and who should consider buying them.
6 min read Oct 06, 2022 -
What is judicial foreclosure?
Judicial foreclosures, as opposed to non-judicial ones, are executed in the court system — meaning they involve a lawsuit.
3 min read Oct 06, 2022