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Capital Gains Tax on Real Estate
Capital Gains Tax Selling your home or a rental property at a gain? Here are important capital gains tax rules to keep in mind.
By Joy Taylor Last updated
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11 Great Places to Live in California
There's a little something for everyone and every kind of lifestyle in these places in California.
By Lisa Amand Published
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What Is an Earnest Money Deposit?
An earnest money deposit, paid before you close on a home, is meant to show the seller you're serious. How much is it, and can you lose it?
By Daniel Bortz Published
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Should I Pay Off My Mortgage When I Retire?
retirement The answer for you depends on your interest rates and where you would pull the money from to do it. Here are some scenarios to help work it out.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Last updated
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Zillow, Redfin Link to Connect Homebuyers With Homebuilders
Real estate rivals aim to increase visibility of new-construction listings.
By Joey Solitro Published
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Mortgage Payments Spike Nearly 20% From a Year Ago
High interest rates and expensive home prices are hurting potential homebuyers, as mortgage payments jump from a year ago. Payments are up almost 20% from last year.
By Erin Bendig Published
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Where Inflation is Causing Property Taxes to Increase the Most
Property Tax Some states are raising property tax rates to the maximum allowed by law. Is your state on the list?
By Katelyn Washington Published
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Is Now a Good Time to Buy a House?
The last several years have been confusing for potential home buyers. Here are four key questions you can ask yourself to help decide if you’re ready.
By Julia Pham, CFP®, AIF®, CDFA® Last updated
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WFH Impact on Commercial Real Estate Market: Kiplinger Economic Forecasts
Economic Forecasts Commercial real estate continues to struggle. Office vacancies hit 18.9% in the second quarter of 2023.
By Rodrigo Sermeño Published
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