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Estimated reading time: 4 minutes There are a variety of reasons to downsize—from saving money, to eliminating unused space, or becoming an empty nester. And while it can seem…
Category: Planning
Scam alert!Scammers are posing as Consumer Financial Protection (CFPB) employees and may be specifically targeting older adults. Beware of these scams demanding a payment, upfront fee…
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes If you’ve ever experienced frustration or disappointment when your real estate taxes increase, you’re not alone. The good news is that if the…
Estimated reading time: 4 minutes A cash-out refinance or home equity loan (HEL) can both turn your home equity into cash, but a major difference is that one will leave you with two…
Estimated reading time: 4 minutes After reaching their highest levels since 2000 last October–around 8%–interest rates for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages have settled lower and are…
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Purchasing a home is one of the most meaningful financial decisions you can make. As you do, a key factor to consider is how much of a mortgage…
Your home is a valuable asset, and one that you can tap into in times of need. A home equity loan can be a way to cover expenses like home improvements, and even things like college…
The beginning of the year marks the start of tax season and the arrival of a variety of year-end financial documents into your email inbox or mailbox. It can be a lot to sift through, so…