By Lighter Side Staff The proposed settlement of a recent class-action lawsuit will give homebuyers the option to forgo working with a buyers’ agent and represent themselves when buying a house. But just because you can, doesn’t mean you should. To an outsider, the process probably seems pretty stra

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Some improvements have limited appeal to home buyers, and may even affect your sale price when you go to sell. One of the best things about owning a home is the ability to change things up, whether it’s knocking down a kitchen wall to open up space or filling your backyard with your favorite fruit t

PUBLISHED WED, MAY 1 20242:01 PM EDTUPDATED WED, MAY 1 20243:01 PM EDT By: Jessica Dickler WATCH NOWVIDEO03:38One interest rate cut in 2024 ‘looks quite reasonable,’ strategist says The Federal Reserve announced Wednesday it will leave interest rates unchanged as inflation continues to prove stickie

PUBLISHED TUE, MAY 7 20243:29 PM EDTUPDATED TUE, MAY 7 20245:43 PM EDT By: Kate Dore, CFP® The Good Brigade | Digitalvision | Getty Images More Americans are paying capital gains taxes on home sale profits amid soaring property values — but there are ways to reduce your bill, experts say. In 2023, n

PUBLISHED TUE, MAY 7 202410:39 AM EDTUPDATED TUE, MAY 7 202412:34 PM EDT By: Ana Teresa Solá monkeybusinessimages | Getty Most U.S. homebuyers taking out a mortgage opt for a 30-year fixed-rate option — but they may not realize how unusual that offering is. “The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is a uniq

PUBLISHED WED, MAY 8 20247:00 AM EDT By:Diana Olick A sign advertising a home for sale is displayed outside of a Manhattan building on April 11, 2024 in New York City.Spencer Platt | Getty Images Mortgage rates are significantly higher than they were at the start of this year, but they pulled back s

If you’re thinking of buying or selling a house, it’s important to know it doesn’t just impact you—it helps out the local economy and your community, too. Every year, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) puts out a report that breaks down the financial impact that comes from people buying and

If you’re a member of a younger generation, like Gen Z, you may be asking the question: will I ever be able to buy a home? And chances are, you’re worried that’s not going to be in the cards with inflation, rising home prices, mortgage rates, and more seemingly stacked against you. While there’s no

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Thinking about selling your house? As you make your decision, consider what’s pushing you to think about moving. A recent survey from Realtor.com looked into why people want to sell their homes this year. Here are the top two reasons (see graphic below): Let’s take a closer look and see if they’re m

Some Highlights Having a hard time finding a home in your budget? ​Builders may have a solution that can help. Builders are shifting their attention to what buyers want most right now – smaller, more affordable homes. If you want to see what’s available locally and in other areas nearby, connect wit

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You may have heard mortgage rates are going to stay a bit higher for longer than originally expected. And if you’re wondering why, the answer lies in the latest economic data. Here’s a quick overview of what’s happening with mortgage rates and what experts say is ahead. Economic Factors That Impact

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Thinking about buying a home? While today’s mortgage rates might seem a bit intimidating, here are two solid reasons why, if you’re ready and able, it could still be a smart move to get your own place. 1. Home Values Typically Go Up Over Time There’s been some confusion over the past year or so abou