Home & Auto

You may be anxious to buy a home, but taking time to save a large down payment has numerous advantages.

Whether you're listing your house or looking to buy, these factors should play a big part in valuing a property.

Every mortgage rule change has consequences for borrowers, lenders, the housing market and the broader economy.

These home improvements are easy, luxurious and a smart way to add value to your home.

Before you enter the real estate market, you need to consider these important factors.

There are still many areas in the United States that are attractive enough to buyers that you can start a good, old-fashioned bidding war on your property.

Foreclosure is the biggest fear of any struggling homeowner. These tips just might save your credit rating.

Find out what you can do to avoid a financial meltdown when there's a medical emergency.

It's easier to hire an expensive contractor to fulfill your landscaping needs but you can do it yourself at a much lower cost.

If you are considering buying a home as a couple, make sure you know what changes if you and your partner aren't married.

Find out what options are available when your mortgage is greater than the value of your home.

Make sure you know what your real estate investment is worth before you sign the ownership papers.

There are both good and bad reasons to refinance. Learn more about both here.

Billionaire Yuri Milner just broke the record for the highest priced sale of a single family home in America - but it's even more expensive that it sounds.

It pays to take the time and choose the right contractor for your next big home renovation project.

Many homeowners believe their policies will cover them for any and all damages, but the reality can be an expensive surprise.

Learn how to make your house appealing to the largest number of buyers and increase your chances at a fast sale.

Find out how the services of low-commission real estate agents comapare to full-service realtors.

Springtime brings a unique set of challenges when house shopping. These are some of the most common ones.

Find out the benefits of fixed- and variable-rate mortgages, and learn which option is best for you.

Find out what you can do to improve your chances of having a quick sale.

There are many factors to consider when comparing buying to renting. Learn more here.

Find out where to spend your cash - and where to save it - when renovating your home.

Before you can get serious about buying a home, you need to get pre-approval for a mortgage. Learn what you need to speed up the approval process.

When something breaks, how do you decide whether to fix it or throw it away? We provide some tips.

Even a 1% reduction in real estate commissions can save you thousands of dollars.

The amount of money you save by paying your mortgage off quickly will far exceed any benefit from the mortgage interest tax deduction.

A "for sale" sign won't sell your house. Find out what it takes and whether you can do it all yourself.

Some methods of saving for a down payment are faster than others. Here are five tried and true ways to get into a house faster.

When low mortgage rates are everywhere, it might seem like a good time to refinance. Make sure you are doing it for the right reasons.

There's a lot of work to be done before you pick up the phone to list your property.

Sometimes a "bad" market can be the best thing for you.

Discover some tips on how to spend your money in a way that balances emotional and financial health.

No matter your plans, give them an energy efficient angle to help trim the baggage off your bills.

A well-publicized statistic finds that when real estate agents sell their own homes, they tend to get a higher price. But why?

Love it or hate it, insurance policies are a necessary expense in everyone's life. Learn the top tricks for saving money on your various insurance policies.

Real estate, like other investments, carries specific risks and rewards. Find out what investment real estate is and what it can do for you.

Not all insurance companies are out to get you, but you should still learn how to save money when dealing with unscrupulous insurers.

Whether you are investing directly or indirectly in property, you need to know the factors that affect its value.

Love it or hate it, insurance policies are a necessary expense in everyone's life. Learn the top tricks for saving money on your various insurance policies.

If you think you can't afford your dream home, check out these compromises that could make it happen.

You may have basic insurance plans for your car and your home, but check out these unusual – but still practical options.

Home inspectors aren't guaranteed (or required) to catch every flaw in your next home. Here are five ways you can protect your most expensive investment.

Canada is changing the rules for issuing mortgages, including length and equity requirements. Learn how these changes will change the real estate market and the economy.

It's not as easy as it once was to save for a down payment, but these tips can help give you a head start.

Looking to make a move in the spring? Find out what you should be taking care of now.

Discover everything new homeowners need to know before they sign on the dotted line.