Inflation and other forces drive up residential rents throughout the country, placing once-affordable housing out of many renters’ reach. What can you do if your landlord announces a rent increase? What is driving rent increases?...
Inflation and other forces drive up residential rents throughout the country, placing once-affordable housing out of many renters’ reach. What can you do if your landlord announces a rent increase? What is driving rent increases?...
As an Airbnb host, you provide a great stay for your guests. However, using your home as an Airbnb affects those around you, so don’t overlook being considerate to them. Here are five tips for...
In recent years, short-term home rentals have soared thanks to online services such as Airbnb and VRBO. Renting your property to short-term guests can be easy to earn cash to build home equity. But there...
You may rent out a guest bedroom to short-term tenants through Airbnb or another home-sharing site. If so, it’s essential that you understand the tax rules for using your home to earn short-term rental income....
If you own a house that you use as a vacation rental but also use the property yourself at times, you should know some important federal income tax rules. Here’s our guide. The number of...
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...
Proper estate planning can be a dreaded task but think of it as a gift to your heirs. Two primary legal entities are used in estate planning: wills and trusts. This summary provides a general...
You’ve finally bought your first home and have little money available to furnish it, or you’re a traveling medical professional who just signed a six-month lease on an apartment. You’ve looked at the cost of...
You might wonder why someone would turn down an inheritance, but it happens and often for good reason. Refusing to accept an inherited asset is known as disclaiming. An heir might disclaim an inheritance in...
If you run your business from home, you should know the IRS rules for claiming the home office tax deduction. Taking the deduction is a great way to save on your taxes, but you must...
