The Tax Guy
New legislation has changes that will affect many homeowners.
Worksheets
Find out if you should invest your extra cash or use it to pay down your mortgage.
Calculate your monthly payments and analyze your mortgage-interest deduction.
The answer depends on the direction of interest rates and how long you plan to stay in your home.
Whether you're looking for a modest two-bedroom or something to rival Hugh Hefner's mansion, we'll tell you just how far your resources can take you.
Living There
Some home improvements pay for themselves when you sell your home. Others don't.
Simple ways to keep electricity prices from overpowering your budget.
If you're strapped for cash, it may make sense to put some of your home's value to work for you. Just be sure to weigh the options carefully.
They can be fussy and downright unreasonable. Here are some tips to make them putty in your hands.
Buying
With easy money mortgages dried up, first-time buyers look to the government for help.
Getting a mortgage or refinancing one is now a Herculean task. Here's what to expect.
Don't let the process intimidate you. From brokers to bank loans, we'll tell you everything you need to know.
We counter the five most common reasons people cite for not buying a home.
It isn't easy to buy and sell a home at the same time. We'll help you figure it out.
The risks are big. But the deals can be, too.
