When you buy an investment property to rent out, you put lots of money and effort into the purchase, renovation and repair to make it ready. Great tenants make your investment pay off, but to...
When you buy an investment property to rent out, you put lots of money and effort into the purchase, renovation and repair to make it ready. Great tenants make your investment pay off, but to...
You probably think first of an apartment when it comes to renting a place to live. But it’s also possible to rent a single-family home. Let’s consider the differences between apartments and rental homes and...
Those antiques your grandmother left are lovely, but you may nonetheless choose to sell them. Perhaps you don’t have space for additional furniture, or maybe grandma’s style just doesn’t fit with your own. You may...
Owners of residential investment property often spend money on repairs or renovations. These expenses can be written off on your taxes, but the rules vary depending on the nature of the work. Here’s what you...
Financial success requires certain disciplines. You need to know what you’re spending your money on, spend less than you earn, and set aside some savings every month. You also need to be disciplined about monthly...
Estate sales can offer quality used goods at great prices. But in addition to cash or credit card, it helps to come armed with information. Here’s how an estate sale works, what you can expect...
When a homeowner is forced to give up a home because of financial hardship, the house is referred to as distressed property. Buyers can often purchase distressed properties at a deep discount, but these transactions...
Living with roommates can save you money — or help you afford a nicer place to live — but beware of the pitfalls of communal living. Here are a few tips for being a good...
Before signing the lease on your first apartment, don’t forget to read the fine print. That’s where you’ll find the details of your responsibilities as a tenant. Failing to read them could cost you big...
In today’s world of prolific online hackers, we all need to exercise due diligence to protect our personal information. The last few years have seen several massive hacks, including the Equifax data breach announced in...
