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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...

Although you may think you know all the specifics of your home insurance policy, there's more to it than meets the eye. It is essential to understand the general coverage provided by your plan; however, it may contain cer...

There is no denying that owning a home is not a cheap endeavor. Once you have purchased the property, you are on the hook for keeping it well maintained. This is why it is important to work in the cost o...

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...

If you own a home in New York, you might be eligible for financial relief on your property taxes through the Star program. The state has started sending out stimulus checks this week a...

Recently, mortgage rates fell to their lowest level since March, giving homeowners a chance to refinance their loans and save money. The average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage dropped to 6.67% as of August 8, after repo...

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...

Buying your first home can be challenging, and choosing the right mortgage lender can make a big difference. Here’s a simple guide to some of the top mortgage lenders for first-time buyers and wha...

With interest rates on the rise, refinancing a mortgage may seem counterintuitive. However, for some homeowners, refinancing still makes good financial sense even as rates increase. The key is acting strategicall...