Home ownership in retirement may be a bad idea
Age-old wisdom instructs that a home is a good investment for Americans of any age.But what if you are retired...
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Home equity has doubled in 7 years. But the money is “locked in”
America’s home equity has doubled in seven years.Homes are the nation’s piggy bank. And they are worth a collective $32.8...
Tips to navigate the tough housing market to get what you want
Interest rates are high and housing supply is low, making this a tough housing market but one that's not impossible...
When will the next fed rate cut be? Look ahead to future FOMC meetings
Virtually no one expects the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates when officials conclude their two-day meeting Wednesday. But economists...
Relief from high mortgage rates isn’t coming soon, experts say
If you expected lower mortgage rates to make buying a home slightly cheaper this spring, consider your hopes dashed, experts...
What does it cost to live the ‘American Dream’? A lot, it turns out
How much does it cost to live the American Dream? More than most of us can afford, according to two...
Average 30-year fixed mortgage rates to increase as inflation persists
Average 30-year fixed mortgage rates in the U.S. continue to climb after passing 7% earlier this month, according to market...
Why now is the time to rent, not own
Generations of consumers have embraced homeownership as part of the American dream. Lately, though, it looks more like a pipe...
