Can you pay your rent with a credit card? Better yet, should you? “Nowadays, consumers can pay most of their bills with a credit card,” said Experian. “Even stores that used…

We all love that taste of independence when we have the keys to our apartment. Having no one bossing you around or dealing with an annoying roommate can be quite…

First time home buyers are sometimes considered a “pump primer” in real estate. Buying an initial home typically means buying from someone else who then buys another home. And on…

Have you checked out USDA loans?If you’re a low- or moderate-income homebuyer who doesn’t have a lot of money for a down payment and who needs lenient credit requirements, you…

Thinking about remodeling? You’re not alone. According to a report from the Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies, spending in this sector is up more than 50 percent in the…

First time home buyers who dip their newbie toes in the mortgage waters might soon find out there’s a lot more to know than originally thought. It is a brand…

Yeah, things like jobs and real estate values are important, but you know what really matters? The strength of your football team. Yes, for some people, there is no greater motivator…

More and more homeowners are looking to save money, gain valuable experience, and take pride in their places by doing their own home fixes and renovations. But when do you…

It’s every homeowner’s worst nightmare—a break-in. Home burglary is still a common reality for millions of Americans; each year, 3.7 million U.S. homes are broken into. While modern home security makes…

What’s the No. 1 reason renters fear taking the leap to homeownership or don't even think the leap is possible? That pesky down payment. Even with an FHA loan that…