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The Trump administration has suggested a big change to U.S. housing policy: allowing 50-year mortgages to help people afford homes. Usually, mortgages in the U.S. last for 30 years, but with a 50-year mortgage, the loan ...

“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...

After retirement, many people rely on a pension, Social Security benefits, and Medicare to meet their financial and medical needs. However, these sources are often not enough to cover monthly expenses,...

In a heart-wrenching turn of events, a New York City couple's long-awaited retirement plans have been sidelined by a stressful ordeal as they battle with a squatter who has taken over their dream home. As origina...

  Disasters can strike at any moment, catching us off guard and unprepared. But with a little bit of forward thinking and preparation, you can transform your home into a safe haven during emergencies. From hurri...

For a year, we had heard rumors about the apartment on the 3rd floor. The downstairs tenant whispered about the reclusive tenant.  He paid his rent on time and seemingly left anyone else alone.  I had always dismissed the gossip ...

Many people dream of owning homes now or in the future. However, they might not know that owning a home requires them to cater to responsibilities such as buying homeowner's insurance. Before purchasing a home, ...

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...