The amount you can afford to spend on rent depends on your income, but current market trends can make budgeting difficult. Here’s what to do about it.

An unexpected change to your mortgage payment can be frustrating, especially if you don’t know why it happened. Find out some possible reasons for the cha...

Whether home warranties are worth it depends on many factors. Learn the benefits and drawbacks, plus key considerations so you can decide if it’s right fo...

A "time is of the essence” clause mandates the completion of a project by a certain date. Learn more about this term and its effect on a real estate co...

Worried that getting preapproved for a mortgage will hurt your credit score? Learn how preapproval impacts your credit, including how much and for how long.

Buying a home from a relocation company can simplify your move—but there are trade-offs. Learn how it works, and how to prepare before making an offer.

“Homes for heroes” refers to cause-related companies that help provide housing for various heroes. Keep reading to understand these companies and th...

A pest inspection may be required or advisable when buying a home. Learn when a pest inspection is needed and what a pest inspector will look for.

House flipping requires lots of labor and skill, but you can get into microflipping if you’re tech-savvy. Explore how it works and how to get started.<...