Identity theft is a fast-growing type of crime. Are you doing enough to protect yourself? Here are some simple yet effective ways to help prevent someone from stealing your personal information. Carry as little information as possible with you... (Read More)

Homeownership comes with some types of things that renters don't have to worry about, like home maintenance. But there's plenty of perks that make owning a home such an important part of the American Dream. There's nothing quite like the freedom... (Read More)

Mortgage rates have been so low for so long that it's hard to believe that they were once so much higher. How high? In 1981, home loan rates peaked at 17%, the highest level on record. Ouch. Today mortgage rates are near their lowest level on... (Read More)

Moving into your first home? You're probably wondering how to make the most of your square footage. Who doesn't, right? Take a cue from the experts and look under, over and inside to find a home for everything. First, start with the basics and... (Read More)

You're just about ready to make an offer on a home you'd like to purchase. You'll need to decide how much money you're going to offer for the property, of course. And you'll also need to figure out how much to offer in earnest money. The earnest... (Read More)

Allergies: They’re nothing to sneeze at. Itchy, watery eyes, a runny nose and sneezing can really put a damper on the spring and summer. You want your home to be a place of comfort and relaxation, not one that makes you sneeze. Here’s how to... (Read More)

You're ready to buy a home. You have a great job, good credit and you're prepped for the responsibility of homeownership. But what about the down payment? Coming up with enough money to put down on a home can be one of the most difficult aspects of... (Read More)

Moving into a new home is a happy — and hectic — time. There's so much to do! Your to-do list is probably overflowing in the days and weeks after purchasing a home. But we wanted to share with you two tasks that you'll want to put at the top of... (Read More)

The spring and summer months are the busiest home buying seasons of the year. It's simple: Most people want to be able to sell their existing home and be settling in to a new one before fall. Plus, the weather is good — no trudging around in cold... (Read More)