Home Loan
What Are HOA Fees?
More than half of all homeowners in America pay HOA fees, but what are they getting for their money?
If you own a home that is part of the HOA community, you might be wondering: What are HOA fees? Navigating your first homeowners association (HOA) can seem intimidating, whether you’re buying a home or have just moved into a new neighborhood. Knowing what goes into your HOA fees each month can help you understand how the organization works and cont...
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5 Household Expenses You Cut Right Now, Easily
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Mortgage Refinance
Does Unemployment Affect Your Credit Score?
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This Happens to Your House If You Die Without a Will
To your spouse, to your kids, or to the (gulp) state—where does your house go if you leave no will?
Home Improvement
7 Home Renovations That Can Hurt Your Home's Value
Are you helping or hurting your bottom line?
Mortgage Refinance
Why Switching Your ARM to Fixed-Rate Is More Important Than Ever
Lock in a low interest rate today before the inevitable climb.
Home Improvement
3 Home Remodeling Facts No One Likes to Talk About
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Getting Started
So You Want to Be a Landlord? How to Run a Credit Check on a Prospective Tenant
The legal way to screen out unreliable tenants and turn extra rooms into extra income.
Mortgage Refinance
5 Signs It's Time to Refinance Your Mortgage
Do any of these situations apply to you?
Mortgage Refinance
How to Calculate the Breakeven Point of a Refi
Getting the ball rolling on a mortgage refinance takes money in the form of closing costs, so how long does the ball have to roll before the savings kick in?
Debt Consolidation
Easily Calculate Your Net Worth
Calculate your net worth to see if your finances are on track.
Mortgage Refinance
Homeowners Are Frantic to Secure Insanely Low Refinance Rates
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Solar Basics
Impressive Solar Ground Frameworks
Reimagine solar installations by getting off the roof.
Solar Incentives
What's the Federal Solar Tax Credit?
And how will it change over the years?
Solar Basics
The Secret to Comparing Solar Quotes
You can use this handy three-point checklist to look over competing solar offers.
Solar Basics
The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Solar Panels
From evaluating your roof to installation and maintenance, EnergyBillCruncher has you covered.
