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Real Estate
It’s important to understand the tax and legal issues if you own real estate, whether it’s your primary residence, second home, investment property that you rent for income, or undeveloped land.
Rent or Own? What Gen Z Should Know Before Living on Their Own for the First Time
Conventional wisdom has long been that it’s better to own than rent, but this may not be true for everyone — especially members of Gen Z who are out on their own for the first time in their lives.
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How To Prepare for Your First Mortgage
The typical mortgage for most Americans starting out is a 30-year fixed mortgage or an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) that usually has a fixed rate for 5, 7 or 10 years and then converts to a variable rate that typically adjusts annually
Buying a Second Home as an Investment
Many of us dream about someday buying a second home as an investment—possibly for family vacations as well, but be sure to know what you're signing up for.
10 Years Later: Lessons from the Financial Crisis of 2008
As we reflect on the lessons learned from the 2008 financial crisis, now is a good time for being proactive and re-evaluating your current financial plan.
Buy or Rent a Home
Before you commit to buying a home (or anything else), ask yourself why you want to own it.
Financing Your Home Improvement Project
With thorough research and preparation, a house equity loan, a line of credit or a construction loan can be a valuable tool for any homeowner.
Time to Refinance?
Refinancing can offer homeowners the opportunity to lower monthly payments and save money by paying less interest over the term of their loan.
3 Options for Investing in a Vacation Home
Second homes or additional properties can be great, but conversations about them are best had once you properly secure your financial future.