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The top 10 mistakes new home buyers make

Why you should be wary of show homes, what to do if your place isn't ready on time and...

The top 10 mistakes new home buyers make

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The secret to stopping break-ins

Don’t pay thousands for pricey home alarm systems. Protecting your family from burglars is simpler than you think

The secret to stopping break-ins

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3 delusions for buying a home

Homeownership makes sense if it’s part of your overall plan, not if it’s your whole plan

3 delusions for buying a home

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Got a home for sale? List it on a Friday

Data from the U.S. shows that homes listed on a Friday have a better chance of selling quickly and...

Got a home for sale? List it on a Friday

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Insulate to save

Spend time battening down the hatches to save money on the cold days ahead

Insulate to save
Is it wise to downsize?

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Is it wise to downsize?

Your house is worth a fortune—why not tap into that wealth by retiring to a smaller place?

Is it wise to downsize?

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Can we avoid capital gains tax?

A reader's question highlights the implication of timing and disposition when it comes to how tax is calculated on...

Can we avoid capital gains tax?

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You’ve inherited a home: do you owe tax?

Tax on an inherited piece of property depends on a number of factors: Was it a principal residence? Who...

You’ve inherited a home: do you owe tax?

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A castle of your own

Home-ownership is like the Holy Grail. Are you prepared to fight off the dragons to win?

A castle of your own

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