How to Get a Business License in California in 8 Steps
Entrepreneurs in the Golden State will need to know how to obtain a business license in California to ensure their business follows all legal requirements.
Solved! Is Earthquake Insurance Worth It?
Earthquake insurance helps cover the cost of home damage caused by an earthquake. But is earthquake insurance worth it and does everyone need it? A home’s location holds the answer.
What 11 Ordinary People Paid to Live in Your Favorite Movie Homes
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.
Moving Soon? 12 Essentials to Bring for the First Week in Your New Home
Moving is exciting, but it can be overwhelming too. Before you pack up all your belongings into boxes, set aside these items so you have everything you need on hand the moment you arrive at your new home.
How to Turn Donated Goods Into a Bigger Tax Refund
Learn how to maximize your refund—or decrease the total amount you owe to the IRS—by deducting clothing, electronics, housewares, and other donated items from your tax bill.
Solved! Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Water Damage From Rain?
During heavy rains, homeowners may be left asking, “Does homeowners insurance cover water damage from rain?” In certain specific instances, the answer may be yes.
These Are the Most Expensive Zip Codes in Every State
Living in these communities doesn’t come cheap. Check out the most expensive neighborhoods in America, you just might live near—or in—one.
Solved! These Are the Steps to Take if You Can’t Pay Your Rent or Mortgage This Month
Financial challenges bring stress. Before they cause more permanent consequences, stay calm and follow these steps.
9 Things You Won’t Believe Homeowners Insurance Doesn’t Cover
Read the fine print on your homeowners insurance policy to ensure that you’re covered for everything. If you’re not careful, these 9 high-risk liabilities might not make the cut.
7 Signs Starter Homes May Be a Thing of the Past
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.