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If you’re hoping to buy a home, you might be wondering whether prices are finally coming down. In some parts of the U.S., the answer is yes—housing prices have started to decrease.   Ar...

“Rent-to-own” is a popular, intriguing term but few people actually understand what it entails. These agreements, between an owner and a renter, are set up so that the renter is eligible to rent the property until it is e...

Are you dreaming of owning your own home but struggling to save up for a down payment? Rent-to-own programs might just be the solution you've been looking for. Let's explore how these...

Montana has been dealing with a growing housing crisis, with homelessness increasing by 38 percent over the last 15 years. This has made it harder for many to find stable, safe places to live. The lack of a home can l...

Across the United States, selling a home is taking a bit longer than it used to. High prices and high mortgage rates are making buyers hesitate a bit more. Last month, homes for sale stayed on the market for an average of 53 da...

Mortgage rates have recently dropped with hopes of a Federal Reserve rate cut, but they have stayed about the same since then. Experts say rates probably won’t go down much more until at least the end of 2025. So, h...

In October 2025, the Federal Reserve lowered interest rates, which had a noticeable effect on the housing market. Many people looking to buy homes or refinance their...

When you retire, you will no longer have an income from employment. Your retirement benefits will be your only source of income.  It is crucial to understand how your benefits are calculated and what facto...

Take a quick guess about how many thunderstorms are active at any given moment on Earth....   It's a big number.  At any given time about 1,800 thunderstorms are raging, e...