When it comes to putting a home on the market, are you ready to put your best foot forward? Many homeowners think they have to spend a fortune to make their properties more inviting to home buyers. Not true! In fact, two of the most important things... (Read More)

If you've been thinking of buying a home or refinancing, you've probably noticed that mortgage rates have been rising. But it's important to put today's rates into perspective. Historically speaking, rates still remain incredibly low. Many... (Read More)

If you're purchasing a home, should you test for radon? This odorless, radioactive gas occurs naturally in the ground throughout the United States and can seep upward into buildings. It is responsible for as many as 30,000 lung-cancer deaths... (Read More)

Moving into a new home? If you have children, it's a great time to make sure your home is safe for the smallest members of your household. Did you know that the Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital found that nearly 15,000 children... (Read More)

If you're like most Americans, you have amassed quite the collection of financial documents, including receipts, invoices, pay stubs, bank statements, utility bills and old tax returns. Most can be tossed after a certain period of time. But there... (Read More)

Selling a home can be tricky. You don't want to sell your home for too little and leave money on the table. But if you price your home too high, your property could languish on the market. That's where a good real estate agent comes in. They can... (Read More)

For many home buyers, an inspection is an important part of the process of purchasing a home. What can you do as a seller to help the inspection process go smoothly? Here are some suggestions from Realtor.com: De-clutter. You'll want to make... (Read More)

Have you served in the military? The Veterans Affairs Home Mortgage Loan Program is one of the most important benefits available to service members, veterans and eligible surviving spouses.  It can help you buy or build a home with some of the most... (Read More)

It's one of the most enduring myths in real estate today: You can't buy a home with a 20 percent down payment. In reality, there are a variety of federal, state and even city-level programs available to help people who don't have that much... (Read More)