Ever wished you could live in the home of Harry Potter, Royal Tenenbaum, or Kevin McCallister? For 11 buyers, movie magic became a reality when they scooped up the real-world residences of these and other iconic silver screen characters. Read on to catch a glimpse of the homes that inspired Hollywood—along with their surprising price tags.
Living in these communities doesn’t come cheap. Check out the most expensive neighborhoods in America, you just might live near—or in—one.
If you’re a millennial, which puts you anywhere from about 20 through 36, you’re in the age range where young people in generations past would have purchased their first home. In the years after World War II, young adults new to the workforce expected to rent for a while as they saved for a down payment on their “starter” house. These small, affordable homes served as an entry point into the world of homeownership. Young couples would often live in these starter homes for a few years and then trade up to something larger and better suited to raising families.If you’re looking to do the same thing today, you might be surprised to learn that those starter homes just aren’t out there anymore—at least not in the numbers they used to be. In addition, today’s financial experts don’t always recommend following the traditional starter-home route to homeownership. Changes in the economy and in buying patterns are leading to what some are calling “the death of the starter home.” If you’re thinking about buying your first home, keep reading—we’ll let you know why and how the housing market has changed so you can make an informed decision.
Old houses are rife with peculiarities that are cute, quaint—and sometimes problematic.
When you make an offer to buy a house, writing a letter to the seller may increase your odds of getting the house. Just be very careful about what you say.
Building a custom home is a dream for many, but before construction can commence, you have to purchase the land. Our tips on buying land to build a house can simplify the process and eliminate unwanted surprises.
You’re about to sign the contract for a major home renovation. When the construction crew arrives, is it time to go? Experts and homeowners weigh the pros and cons of staying put or moving out.
When it comes to downsizing your home, less can be more. Less debt, less maintenance, and less to clean translates into more cash flow and more free time. If you’re planning to downsize, whether now or in the future, there are a few things you should know.
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‘Here today, gone today’ seems to describe the current housing market. In times like these, you need a few tips to nab your perfect home before someone else does.