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By Shannon Ireland What would you do if someone broke into your apartment or rental home and stole your belongings? Or if a fire damaged your possessions? If you’re one of [...]

Of the many things that can trip you up when buying a home with mortgage financing, writing offers is one of the most common. When you’re finally writing a home [...]

By Erinn Valencich When a well-known TV producer purchased a vacation home in Los Angeles’ Venice Canal Historic District, the home was in desperate need of a makeover. The media [...]

One of the most challenging aspects of decorating a home is mixing patterns. Home magazines make it look so effortless, but often when you try to replicate a mix of [...]

When tax time rolls around, many homeowners are surprised at the amount of property tax they owe. If you disagree with the stated value of your property, it’s worth a closer [...]

One of the hardest parts of getting a mortgage is interpreting advice from all the parties involved: mortgage lender, real estate agent, insurer, attorney or escrow officer, tax adviser, financial [...]

Tax season affects everyone, but while homeowners can claim the mortgage interest deduction, most renters don’t see many tax savings. Some states do have renter tax credits, but they generally provide minimal [...]

If you are in the market to buy a home, expect to see distressed sales: foreclosures, short sales and Real Estate Owned sales (REOs). Many buyers associate distressed sales with [...]

Many homeowners have a general understanding of the home-related tax breaks that apply to them. Here are a few lesser-known areas where you may qualify for a credit or deduction. Refinancing [...]

Buds on branches and the chirping of birds signal the start of spring, but they also mean that the high season for real estate has arrived. If your house is [...]