Buying a Home
Buying a home can be a daunting task, no matter how many times you've done it before. Find tips and tricks to finding the perfect house in these articles.
How the First-time Homebuyer Tax Credit Worked
Are you ever too old to buy your first home?
Navigating Your First Home Inspection
5 Things You Should Do Before You Move Abroad
5 Tips for Preparing for Professional Movers
How to Plan a Long-distance Move
Do You Have to Tell Buyers Your House Is Haunted?
10 Things to Know About a Home Appraisal
How Do You Evict Your Freeloading Friend?
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While the name might imply that a short sale is a quick transaction, it can be anything but. "Short" refers to the bank taking a loss on the property, not the amount of time it takes. So why do short sales take longer to close?
Rental applications help landlords assess whether or not a prospective tenant will pay the rent on time. Learn about what should be included in a rental application in this article.
Homeowners associations have often been notorious to deal with, especially when it comes to violations or disagreements. So if you want to get the most out of yours, you have to know how to deal with it properly.
By Sarah Alban
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Finding affordable housing can be a daunting prospect. But there are still some creative ways you can save money on the cost of putting a roof over your head.
By Matt Sailor
While NACA’s goal is to provide financial assistance to lower-income Americans, there aren’t any income limitations for becoming a member. You can learn more about how to become a member of NACA by reading this article.
Lenders give loans to prospective homeowners for a number of reasons.
Property tax rates are based on the value of your land and your government's budget. Learn why your property tax was adjusted in this article.
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More than 17 million Americans live in manufactured homes. What do they know that the rest of us don't? Read on to find out the 10 advantages of a manufactured home.
Slowly, the manufactured home is gaining respect. Could it be because the houses, with all their perks and benefits, are less expensive than traditional homes, too?
The mortgage crisis has forced many homeowners into foreclosure, and this comes with an added risk: Con artists use a variety of fraud schemes that target the people and lenders involved in foreclosure. What are some examples of this fraud?
REITs generate income from real estate, and distribute dividends to the shareholders. Learn how REITs make money in this article.
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You can invest in real estate without buying a property yourself. Learn about the pros and cons of REITs from this article.
The Federal Housing Administration changed the way Americans buy their homes.
A certificate of appropriateness must be issued by a historic preservation committee to approve any additions or changes to a building in a historic district. Learn about certificates of appropriateness in this article.
A sandwich family is a family in which a couple is "sandwiched" between their young children and their aging parents. Learn about sandwich families in this article
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The two basic categories of houseboats are cruising and non-cruising. Learn about the different categories of houseboats in this article.
Sometimes, as people in foreclosure watch their homes slip away, they wonder if they should try to bid on their own home during the auction. Can they actually do this? Legally, yes, but they'll have some major hurdles ahead.
In 2010, 2.87 million properties received default notices, went up for auction or were repossessed -- a perfect storm for anyone wanting to buy a home at a foreclosure auction. What do you need to know before attending such an auction?
The Section 8 waiting lists are long and almost impossible to get on. So how exactly do you apply for Section 8 housing?
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There's no point in falling for a house in a neighborhood you can't stand. And if you realize after you move that the area's not for you, it's too late. Find out what to look for to find the perfect neighborhood before you look for your next house.
Maybe you've recently won the lottery and are in the market for a private island. But you have no idea where to begin. We'll tell you everything you need to know about buying your own island getaway.
By Beth Brindle
Section 8 has been an economic lifeline for millions by helping them pay for safe, clean housing. But what exactly are the requirements, and who is eligible?
Buying a vacant lot can be complicated, not to mention expensive. There are several things you should know before you make such a major purchase. We've outlined 10 of them to help simplify the process.
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It's reasonable to feel slighted when a co-op board rejects your application or oversteps the bounds of its written rules. But do you have a valid reason to sue the co-op board?
By Garth Sundem
Believe it or not, but a deed restriction could be the roadblock to your dream home. But what exactly are some of the most common ones, and how can they sideline your big build?
By Matt Sailor