Homeownership
Find tips for paying off your mortgage, refinancing to a better interest rate and boosting your home's value.
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Bitcoin: A beginner’s guide to the world’s largest cryptocurrency
Some say Bitcoin is the future of currency while others decry it as just a speculative bubble.
7 min read Jun 12, 2025 -
What is FICA tax? Here’s what you need to know about payroll taxes
FICA tax, also known as payroll tax, is what almost all workers have to pay for Social Security and Medicare.
4 min read Jun 05, 2025 -
HELOC rates jump to near 2025 highs; home equity loans tick up too
This is the week that was for home equity rates.
3 min read Jun 04, 2025 -
How much is your home really worth? The ‘black magic’ of home valuation
This expert breakdown of how a home’s value is determined can help both homebuyers and sellers.
5 min read May 23, 2025 -
Can you pay off your HELOC early?
Yes, you can. But do you want to pay it or actually close it?
6 min read May 22, 2025 -
Home equity news: HELOCs back up above 8%, mortgage rates up too
A roundup of the week’s top stories in home equity, mortgages and real estate.
2 min read May 16, 2025 -
How soon can you pull equity out of your home?
Actually, it’s more a question of how much rather than how soon.
5 min read May 15, 2025 -
What is the actual cash value of my car?
ACV is replacement cost minus depreciation.
9 min read Mar 16, 2025 -
6 credit unions that refinance student loans
Credit unions typically offer personalized service and interest rate discounts.
5 min read Mar 15, 2025 -
How to read a homeowners insurance policy
Knowing how to read your home insurance policy could save you thousands.
9 min read Mar 07, 2025
