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Is an LLC for a rental property worth the hassle? Pros, cons, and costs
One of the first questions I hear from new real estate investors is: “Should I create an LLC for rental properties, rather than owning them under my personal name?” It’s a good question, and shows...
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The tragic tale of Florida homeowners and high premiums
Florida homeowners who can’t find coverage from standard insurers turn to Citizens Property Insurance Corp. for affordable home insurance. Florida’s state-created home insurer of last resort currently...
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Where home improvement loans are most — and least — common
An unfortunate aspect of being a homeowner is that you sometimes need to pay for home improvements. What these improvements look like and how much they cost can vary significantly, and some projects...
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12 hidden benefits of a high savings rate & the FIRE lifestyle
Whenever bad economic news dominates the headlines, pundits love to declare “The FIRE movement is dead, long live the FIRE movement!” They shouted it during the pandemic, during the stock market crash...
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Gird your loins for winter: Nearly a third of Americans cut back or skip...
After a sweltering summer for many, Americans in some regions are bracing for a harsh winter. With intense temperatures, comfort may be top of mind — but adjusting the thermostat comes at a cost. In...
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44% of Americans think housing market at risk of crashing in next year — and...
It’s impossible to predict the housing market’s future — but most Americans have a pretty grim outlook. According to the latest LendingTree survey of over 2,000 U.S. consumers, 44% of Americans think...
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Mobile home prices are rising faster than single-family home prices. Here’s...
Though home prices have come down in some areas, they remain steep across the U.S. In the face of such expensive real estate, many would-be buyers may consider more affordable options like...
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Uncovering your home’s past: Find out what has happened inside the place you...
Have you ever wondered who else has called your house home? For owners of older homes, it can be fun to peel back the historical layers and learn about the home’s previous owners and if anything...
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Energy-efficient homes 2023: Top 33 energy facts and statistics
Realtors are used to answering questions about available closet space and the number of bathrooms, but there’s a new question people are asking when searching for a new home: How’s the energy...
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Where does real estate fit in modern portfolio theory?
Even as every other “sacred cow” of investing comes under question, investors keep standing by the classic 60/40 stocks/bonds portfolio. Famed for its simplicity and historical resilience, this...
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FAIR & other last resort insurers are becoming the only affordable option for...
Many states have Fair Access to Insurance Requirements (FAIR) Plans to provide home insurance to property owners who can’t find coverage in the voluntary insurance market. These plans are meant to be...
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What home size can you buy in Portugal for $300,000?
Portugal is a small country that offers a diverse range of real estate options for foreigners looking to buy a home. When planning a home purchase in Portugal, understanding what your budget can buy...
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9 things you need to know about insurance & home renovations
Renovations are exciting, but taking on a big home project isn’t always smooth sailing. Worst case scenario, your home renovation will void your home insurance policy — forcing you to pay tens of...
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How to get a VA loan for a manufactured home
A VA loan for a manufactured home can offer military borrowers a low-cost, accessible path to homeownership. Manufactured homes are roughly half as expensive as traditional site-built homes on a...
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The 10 house noises you shouldn’t ignore
When I was a child and heard groans or creaks in the night, my mother would reassure me: “That’s just the house settling.” And it’s true that a house can make noises for harmless reasons, like when...
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Home climate proofing can lower your bills. Why aren’t people doing it?
All over the country, climate change is making it more expensive to own a home. In California, Florida, and other coastal states, many home insurance companies are raising premiums or dropping coverage...
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8 unique storage ideas for small bathrooms
When you have a tiny bathroom with little or no built-in storage, you’ve got to get creative. Even if you forgo decor like plants and candles, you still need somewhere to put your towels, washcloths,...
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A dive into 2024 home insurance prices according to real estate & finance...
Almost everyone who had home insurance in 2023 ended the year paying more. Home insurance prices have increased 35% over the past two years, with the highest increases in disaster-prone states like...
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Value of owner-occupied homes in nation’s largest metros tops $23 trillion
Discussions on expensive housing are common, but it’s difficult to appreciate the value of real estate. It’s one thing to gawk at how much a house is worth, but it’s another to figure out the total...
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The New American Dream: Younger Americans Prioritize Homeownership Over...
Move over, wedding bells and baby showers — the American dream prioritizes keys to a front door over the rest of the white picket fence life. According to the latest LendingTree survey of nearly 2,000...
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