Retirees need to budget carefully to stay within their fixed income. If the value of their investments sinks after retirement, seniors often have little choice but to spend less or return to the workforce. But there are plenty of ways to make a little of extra cash without having to… read more →
Do you want to pay an extra one or two months’ rent? Of course not!. But your security deposit probably represents one to two month’s rent, and countless renters never see that money again. Here are six tips to avoid losing thousands to lost security deposits. Take Photos or Video… read more →
If you’re in the market for a new house or condo, you may also need a loan officer to help with underwriting and securing a mortgage. We suggest talking to two or more loan officers to find one who instills confidence. There is a trade-off. Sometimes the best rate doesn’t… read more →
If you have been booted from your apartment, it might seem like you will be facing certain disaster in trying to rent another place. An eviction can definitely damage your rental and credit history, but if you take the right steps, it can be more like a bump in the… read more →
Friday, August 20th: – “Disney in Concert”– Wolf Trap’s latest music-and-video collaboration stars characters and songs from the silver screen that you and your kids know and love. “Disney in Concert” will feature the Wolf Trap Orchestra playing songs from “Frozen,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “The Little Mermaid” and more,… read more →
Death isn’t on the minds of most homeowners on closing day, because we all live forever, right? Unfortunately, no. Let’s face it: it’s really never too early to consider what happens to your mortgage should you pass away. The financial obligation of a home loan does linger after death. There’s… read more →
Ah, your first apartment. It may be smaller than a closet with a next-door neighbor who likes to blast Celine Dion into the wee hours of the morning, but hey, it’s a space to call your own. Whether you’re moving away from college or out of Mom and Dad’s house,… read more →
The home-improvement shows you see on TV make it look so easy. Buy a complete dump of a house with “good bones,” and presto change-o, turn it into your dream home. The reality, however, is that buying a fixer-upper is some serious work. One option is to hire someone to… read more →
Your offer has been accepted. You’re counting the days until you can move into your new home, but one question is lingering in the back of your mind: What happens if the property has liens on it? Fortunately, the title company or agent typically will uncover any liens — unpaid property taxes,… read more →
Rental vacancy rates have dropped, which means competition for apartments and other rentals can be fierce. But if you’re a renter looking for a new place, you still need to be sure your home will meet your needs, and that means looking for more than just adequate square footage, a… read more →