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A son wants to leave the rental house to his dad, without triggering a big tax bill. Turns out...

Whether it's cash back, points or miles, credit card reward programs are a zero-sum game for some spenders

Remember— even open concept spaces can look cluttered

20% of survey respondents admitted that their messy garage had prompted arguments with their spouse

Demographics, for one

Don't forget the risk that payments will shrink during down periods

Can raising minimum down payments cool overheated markets? In Canada, that’s like performing surgery with a broadsword

Depends on your child’s medical history

Short on room? Here are tips to embrace the space