Homeownership

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3-minute read

Dual Income Households: How Kids Change The Financial Picture

Explore the differences in earnings, retirement savings and homeownership between dual-income households with kids (DIWKs) and without kids (DINKs).

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5-minute read

What Is A Variance And How Do You Get One?

If you’re a property owner with big plans for your home or land, you may need a variance to make changes. Learn what a variance is and how to get one.

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4-minute read

What Is Condemnation In Real Estate And What Do Homeowners Need To Know?

Condemnation in real estate occurs when the government uses its eminent domain authority to take property. Learn what condemnation can mean for homeowners.

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6-minute read

Capital Improvements: When Are Your Home Renovations Tax Deductible?

Are you thinking about renovating your house before selling? These renovations may qualify as capital improvements, which are tax deductible. Learn more here.

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9-minute read

How To Avoid Capital Gains Tax On Real Estate

It’s possible to avoid paying capital gains tax on real estate when selling a home. Learn about options like the home sale exemption and like-kind exchange.

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6-minute read

57% Of HOA Residents Don’t Like Having An HOA

More than 1,000 homeowners with an HOA shared their experiences, their monthly dues and their perceptions about living in an HOA neighborhood.

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The Best Home Warranty Companies Of 2023

A home warranty offers peace of mind and budgetary certainty when covered systems or appliances break. Here are our picks for the best home warranty companies.

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7-minute read

Community Property With Right Of Survivorship, Explained

Community property with right of survivorship is when marital or domestic partners share property. Learn how it can protect assets after the death of a partner.

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5-minute read

How To Avoid Foreclosure On Your Home

If you’re facing foreclosure due to financial hardship, you’ve got options to explore. Learn how to avoid it and get the tools to protect your financial future.

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5-minute read

Are Home Improvements Tax Deductible?

Are home improvements tax deductible? Learn what improvements you can deduct from your taxes, what counts as a capital improvement and how the IRS decides.

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4-minute read

Vacant Home Insurance: When And Why You Need It

If you plan to leave your home unoccupied, you should consider vacant home insurance. Read on to learn how a vacant property insurance policy can protect you.

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7-minute read

A Modern Approach To Manufactured Home Insurance From CoverTree

Finding appropriate insurance for your manufactured home can be difficult, but it need not be. Our sister company CoverTree offers a modern tech-based approach.

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6-minute read

Renovation And Remodeling: The Differences Explained

The key differences between renovation and remodeling are the time, cost and type of home alterations involved. See what those differences mean for your budget.

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7-minute read

What Is Adverse Possession In Real Estate?

Adverse possession can give trespassers the legal right to claim ownership of your property. Learn more about adverse possession and how to prevent it.

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7-minute read

What Is Flood Insurance And Do I Need It?

Flood insurance is an insurance policy that provides comprehensive coverage for losses caused by flooding. Find out if you need flood insurance.

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5-minute read

Am I Better Off Financially Than My Parents Were?

Explore how people feel they are doing financially compared to their parents at the same age.

3-minute read

Is Homeowners Insurance Required? What Buyers Should Know

While homeowners insurance isn’t legally required, mortgage lenders will usually require it. Learn more about homeowners insurance requirements for buyers.

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4-minute read

Property Rights: What Are They In Real Estate?

Property rights in real estate refer to the ownership of property. Learn more about what private property rights mean for homeowners and future homeowners.