In its battle to tamp down inflation, the Federal Reserve has increased the interest rates banks charge each other, which ripples through other lending markets, including mortgages. Further increases are possible. Are you helpless in...
In its battle to tamp down inflation, the Federal Reserve has increased the interest rates banks charge each other, which ripples through other lending markets, including mortgages. Further increases are possible. Are you helpless in...
Lithium batteries are used in many devices: cell phones, laptops, cameras, key remotes, etc. However, they must be handled appropriately to prevent possible fire or explosion. Here’s how to practice safe handling with these batteries. ...
Your real estate professional is not just a guide but your best asset when searching for potential homes. They are equipped with the knowledge and experience to navigate the complex world of real estate. However,...
Today’s mortgage interest rates are a good bit higher than those of a few years ago, and that’s keeping many buyers on the sidelines, waiting for a better rate. Should you wait until interest rates...
It generally isn’t financially wise to undertake major renovations just to sell your house, but repairs are another story. Most buyers don’t want a “fixer-upper,” and you’ll sell faster if you’ve already undertaken the fixes....
Moving is much more than packing boxes, hiring a mover or renting a truck. Here is a checklist of “must-do” tasks to ensure a smooth move. At least one week before the move File a...
Home improvement projects are costly. Prices have soared over the last couple of years from materials to labor as we’ve suffered through worldwide shortages, supply chain issues and inflation. Check out this handy rebate finder...
Today’s higher interest rates are squeezing would-be home buyers. Less than three years ago, rates were below 4 percent. Now they are above seven, and monthly payments have soared. This has driven home sales down...
So-called “junk fees” – also known as service charges, termination fees, convenience fees and administrative costs – can take you by surprise, turning a good deal into a ripoff. While the federal government has recently...
You’ve decided to buy your first fully electric vehicle (EV). But before you bring that technological wonder home, you must understand the charging process and the choices available to you. Here’s our tutorial. How much...
Your property insurance agent may have recommended you add an umbrella policy to your homeowners or auto insurance policy. What is an umbrella policy, and how can it protect you? What is an umbrella policy?...
Putting your assets, including your home, into a trust will streamline the inheritance process for your heirs. Assets in a trust do not have to go through probate, a process that can be lengthy in...
