Homeownership
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How to increase your home value: 9 tips
You can increase your home's value and maximize your return on investment with several renovation and remodeling projects. Learn about nine strategies.
Multigenerational homes: What it's like living in one
Multigenerational homes have people of multiple generations living under one roof. Learn what it's like to live in a home that unifies different generations.
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Are home warranties worth it? What to consider
Are home warranties worth it? Learn what these policies cover, the typical costs, all about service fees, when they may help, and how to choose a provider.
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What is adverse possession in real estate?
Adverse possession can give trespassers the legal right to claim ownership of your property. Learn more about the rules and ways to avoid adverse possession.
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How homestead exemptions work
Homestead exemption application requirements and processes vary by state but can reduce your property tax burden. Learn what to expect before you start.
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Life estate: What is it and how does it work?
A life estate can help transfer a home to an heir while letting you live there for life. Learn what a life estate is, how it works, and key pros and cons.
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What to know about condo associations: Your guide to rules, fees, and insurance
A condo association (sometimes called a condo homeowners association) manages shared spaces, rules, and fees. Learn how they work and what buyers should know.
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Understanding right of survivorship: What you need to know
Learn how right of survivorship transfers a home to a surviving co-owner, as well as how joint tenancy and community property with the right of survivorship com...
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