If you qualify for a homestead exemption, you can protect yourself from bankruptcy, property taxes and creditors. Learn about this exemption and its benefits.

A freehold estate is a type of property ownership that can be held indefinitely and passed on forever. Learn more about the types of freehold estates here.

Looking for coverage options for your home appliances? Explore the reviews to see whether First American Home Warranty is the best company for your new home.

A life estate is a legal way to pass the ownership rights of your home to another person. Learn about how a life estate works, how to create one and more.

A condo association is a governing board composed of residents who live in the same housing development. Learn about condo association rules and fees.

A natural disaster can destroy years of hard work in seconds. Prepare for the unexpected with an emergency plan for home to help minimize destruction.

Homeowners can’t deduct homeowners insurance from income taxes, unless it’s a rental property. Learn more about which homeownership expenses are tax deductible.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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