Home & Auto

You've worked hard to secure enough to retire, so make sure you keep it safe.

Buying your first home can be an exhilarating experience, provided you do some research, stay within a comfortable budget and work with reputable professionals who will guide you through the process.

There are plenty of ways to end up with a bad mortgage. The risks of these five should make every homebuyer think twice before signing.

How will the year compare to 2010? What's likely to be different?

Upgrading household appliances to more energy-efficient models can slash your utilities bill.

Avoiding these errors will help ensure that your home sells quickly while allowing you to keep that commission fee for yourself.

This week saw mixed indicators of our nation's financial stability - while jobless claims are down, housing prices are still in turmoil.

Find out the meaning of this popular asset-backed security and its benefits for banks and investors.

You've worked hard to secure enough to retire, so make sure you keep it safe.

There is no shortage of foreclosure properties. Find out how you can buy one for yourself.

Avoiding these common missteps will help make sure that your home doesn't end up sitting on the market.

Trulia's "Rent Vs. Buy" index is a suitable, though not all-encompassing, tool for determining your next living arrangement.

The traditional real estate market isn't the only place to conduct your home search. Auctions also bring many buying opportunities.

Apart from the headlines about jobs, this recession is doing damage in other areas that goes unnoticed.

Don't let these concerns stop you from owning your own home. Learn how to overcome common home-buying fears and feel confident in signing your mortgage.

Don't let these concerns stop you from owning your own home. Learn how to overcome common home-buying fears and feel confident in signing your mortgage.

The recent economic downturn and mortgage crisis have put many real estate values in the basement. Find out about the unbelievable property prices that are popping up around the U.S.

What are you willing to sacrifice when you buy a new home?

These home upgrades can be achieved for surprisingly little money.

One little house in Maine could end up costing the mortgage industry a large amount of money.

Deciding which factor is more important can make a difference in monthly payments, ability to move and Homowners Association fees.

Current market conditions may make your home a tough sell. It could be time to consider renting your property until a profitable sale is possible.

Renovations are stressful, but if you rush through important details you could fall prey to one of these scams.

Pick up a few of these tested tips, and you can help control those energy and financial leaks before they start!

Searching for a house is a pressure filled task filled with quick decisions which could affect your financial future. Here are 8 common mistakes made by house-hunters.

Whether or not a mortgage refinance is right for you depends more on individual circumstances than this week's mortgage interest rates.

With autumn arriving, those seasonal chores can really add up.

Even though you may enjoy the improvements you make to your house, it doesn't mean that they'll increase its value.

When you're shopping for a home, it's important to understand how homes are priced so you can make a sound investment and reach a fair agreement with the seller. Using these tips, you'll be able to make a confident and well-informed offer on any home in any market.

There's more than one way to buy or sell a house. Seller financing presents yet another unique option.

The signs of a bad agent go beyond whether your home sells quickly.

We'll look at ten habits that help real estate investors build a solid real estate portfolio.

Before your next home purchase, make sure to inspect the quality of your neighborhood.

It pays to settle for less, when purchasing your first home.

These perils can put a dent in the value of one of your biggest assets. Find out how to prevent them.

Selling your own home can save you the commissions that a real estate agent would charge, but are the savings worth it? Discover the pros and cons of doing it yourself.

If you are going to buy a home, the chances are good that you will need a mortgage. Find out more about this type of debt and how paying it off sooner can save you thousands.

Organizing and updating your records regularly can save you a lot of grief in a time of crisis.

Co-ops are often less expensive than apartments and provide some unique benefits and drawbacks for owners.

It's rarely possible to find a completely perfect home for your needs, tastes and budget, but it's OK to make tradeoffs.

Restrictive rules and high fees are just some of the things to watch out for before joining an HOA.

If you have the time and energy, the 203(k) loan is often the only way to finance a property needing significant repairs.

These six items should be considered when choosing a new home.

Home renovations are an affordable way of changing your scenery without selling your house - but which ones give you the biggest bang for the buck?

The reason we are still dependent on fossil fuels for energy is about as old as the fossils themselves. Read on to find out why.

Minimalism is becoming more popular, following a decade of excess and consuming, with America feeling an urge to get back to basics.

If you're looking at a fixer-upper, the Federal Housing Administration rehab loan may be the mortgage for you.