Homeownership
Find tips for paying off your mortgage, refinancing to a better interest rate and boosting your home's value.
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Mortgage protection insurance: What it is and when you might need it
This coverage can offer great benefits, but it can be expensive.
5 min read Mar 07, 2025 -
Tax deductions for homeowners in 2025
The IRS offers several tax breaks for homeowners.
4 min read Mar 06, 2025 -
How to pay a mortgage: 5 ways to pay on time
Yes, you can write a check, but there are better ways to pay your mortgage.
6 min read Mar 06, 2025 -
What are CLUE reports in insurance?
Learn about CLUE reports, how they work and why they’re important when buying home or auto insurance. Get tips on how to get a copy and use the information.
7 min read Mar 06, 2025 -
How to save for a down payment
Saving the big chunk of cash you’ll need upfront can be tough. These tactics help.
7 min read Mar 03, 2025 -
Hard money lending: Guide to hard money loans
These loans appeal to house flippers or those with unusual situations.
5 min read Feb 28, 2025 -
Mortgage interest deduction: What it is and what qualifies
The mortgage interest deduction allows you to reduce your taxable income.
4 min read Feb 28, 2025 -
Private mortgage insurance (PMI): What it is and how it works
Hard to avoid it if your down payment is low. But must you pay this extra fee forever?
7 min read Feb 28, 2025 -
Behind on mortgage payments? 6 ways to catch up
Don’t give up on trying to keep your home. One of these strategies might rescue you.
4 min read Feb 28, 2025 -
Home equity loan or HELOC vs. reverse mortgage: Which is right for you?
They all let you tap your ownership stake, but they differ significantly in a lot of ways.
13 min read Feb 24, 2025