Mortgage rates have been higher since the Federal Reserve began hiking interest rates to combat inflation in 2021, but what is the relationship between mortgage rates and Fed rates? Now that inflation has cooled, the...
Mortgage rates have been higher since the Federal Reserve began hiking interest rates to combat inflation in 2021, but what is the relationship between mortgage rates and Fed rates? Now that inflation has cooled, the...
Airbnb made it easy for you to earn income by hosting travelers as overnight guests, but did you know there’s another way to generate cash by renting your property for events? More families are turning...
Cryptocurrency has moved beyond the novelty stage and is increasingly accepted for transactions and investing; in fact, there are even crypto-backed mortgages. In mortgage lending, some mortgages are being collateralized by crypto assets rather than...
When staying at an Airbnb, VRBO, or hotel accommodation, should you be concerned about whether the host is secretly watching you with hidden cameras? Are you being monitored with video, audio, or both? Possibly. It’s...
It’s tough to get a break on homeowners’ insurance costs. During the pandemic, prices soared as home listings were in short supply. Inflation and supply chain issues pushed up building costs. Now, insurance rates are...
Your excitement over that new kitchen remodel turns to worry when a contractor gets hurt in your home. Besides concern over his injuries, could you be held legally responsible for his medical expenses and loss...
There are steps you can take to protect your home in a natural disaster, but what about your personal safety and that of your loved ones? Here are five types of natural disasters and what...
Real estate fraud is growing in the United States. There are two main types of fraud: title theft, where criminals impersonate property owners and transfer titles to themselves or third-party accomplices, and wire fraud, in...
With almost every impending disaster, from hurricanes to wildfires, some people in the targeted zone refuse or cannot follow an evacuation notice. Why do some residents decide to stay, and are there ways to persuade...
That first sip of morning coffee is one of life’s greatest pleasures, but did you know that drinking a mug of morning joe can do more than just give you a kick start? Used coffee...
