Refinancing
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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Buying a Home
People Share the Bad Real Estate Advice They've Heard
What dubious tips have led some people astray in buying or selling a home? Hear the worst real estate advice going around.
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5 Easy Ways to Improve Your Financial Health
These tips will help you evaluate your finances and prepare for the future.
Refinancing
Refi or Personal Loan to Vanquish Credit Card Debt?
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Refinancing
Refi Breakeven Point: How to Calculate Yours
A mortgage refinance takes money in the form of closing costs, so when does the saving start?
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Winter-Prepping Your Home Solar Energy System
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Energy Efficiency Makes Way for Enhanced Quality of Life
Energy conservation and health are intertwined.
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Two California Senators Just Changed the Solar Game With This New Bill
Less expensive solar panels and slashed energy bills promise to make this solar bill wildly popular.
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Breaking Down Fixed-Rate Refinances by the Years
The only answer to a volatile market is picking the right term.
Solar News
Fierce Competition Benefits Solar Customers, Keeps Industry Tense
Neighborhood solar companies succeed because they offer what the public wants.
Solar Incentives
When It Comes to Solar Rebates & Tax Credits, Every State Is Different
We break it all down for you here.
Mortgage Refinance
Need Mortgage Refi Advice but Not Sure Where to Turn? Try Warren Buffett!
Buffett chimes in on mortgage refi boom with words of wisdom.
Household Finances
Money Right, Sleep Tight: 5 Tips to Destress Your Finances
Many people lose sleep worrying about money, while others practice these five strategies.
Home Equity
Homeowners Find Themselves Sitting on a Fortune
The time to cash out is right now.
Mortgage Refinance
One Brilliant Way a Cash-Out Refi Can Pay the Mortgage
Boss-level home improvement: Build a tiny house on your property, and the renter pays your mortgage.
Mortgage Refinance
Cash Out Refinances Are Suddenly All the Rage
Historically low rates are driving more and more homeowners to tap into their home equity.
Getting Started
Shape Up Your Finances Prior to a Refi or Mortgage
Follow this 4-step financial fitness program so lenders will see you at your best.
Mortgage Refinance
Are You Sitting on Refinance Gold?
A housing market downturn is great news for refinancing homeowners.
Household Finances
Stop Wasting Money Buying Rental Car Coverage Twice
Insurance by your credit card, even if there's a flat fee, is bound to be cheaper than what's offered by the rental car company.
Mortgage News
Refinance Rates Freefall After Government Eliminates Universally Hated Fee
Refi fee costing homeowners thousands at closing is no more.
