An earthquake insurance policy can be a smart choice for homeowners or renters in high-risk areas. On average, earthquake insurance costs $800 to $5,000 per year nationally, though that price can be much higher for policyholders living close to an active fault.
Because your primary expense on rental properties will be maintenance and repairs, a home warranty can save a lot of time and money—as long as you read the policy thoroughly.
Most people think of renters insurance as protection against damage caused by accidents or weather, but if your policy includes personal property coverage, you’ll be able to replace stolen items more easily.
Making an offer on a home? Find out if high levels of radon gas are present, and how to mitigate it safely.
Sure, you can do whatever you want at your house, but it doesn’t hurt to have the decency to think of your neighbors. Consider changing these 12 annoying habits to be a better neighbor.
For camera-shy celebrities, the best way to dodge paparazzi is often to get out of Dodge. These 14 notable names have done just that, temporarily—or even permanently—escaping the trappings of Tinseltown for small towns across America that offer low-key luxuries, a little privacy, and plenty of star power.
To increase your chances of a quick sale, there’s a long list of tasks you should complete before you post a “For Sale” sign in your front yard. If you’re getting ready to put your house on the market, check off these 17 to-dos to ensure that every potential buyer feels at home.
What is ROI? By understanding what it means and how to calculate ROI, you can decide which home improvements are worth it.
There are times when buying the priciest house your lender allows could doom you financially. Many homebuyers get preapproved for a home loan before starting they seriously start shopping—and for good reason. Preapproval by a lender lets homebuyers know exactly how much money they can spend on a house. Because mortgage payments are usually spread out over 20 to 30 years, the maximum preapproval figure is often surprisingly high. But does that mean you should purchase a house at the top of your preapproved budget? Probably not! Keep reading to discover some very good reasons not to buy the priciest house you can afford.
These homes come in cheap, but at what cost? Weighing the risks and rewards of buying a foreclosed home can save buyers from a disastrous investment.