How to avoid tax on a second home? If you have a second home, you may be able to deduct mortgage interest and property taxes ...

If you want to sell your home to a family member or friend, you might find it easy to sell without a real estate agent. It’s assumed that many FSBO transactions fall under this scenario because, as a ...

Selling directly to a cash-homebuyer or iBuyer is probably the fastest and most convenient way to sell a home. An experienced real estate agent who knows your market well can also help position your ...

Does your home feel cluttered and overwhelming? You’re not alone. Many women—especially stay-at-home moms—feel this way too. Spending more time at home often makes clutter impossible to ignore. Piles ...

When you sell your home, it’s natural to want to earn the biggest profit you can. To help keep as much of that money in their pocket as possible, some intrepid homeowners decide to sell without the ...

When decorating a home, consider both personal style and potential resale value. Neutral colors, decluttering, and strategic furniture placement can make a home more appealing to buyers. Focusing on ...

Market trends can have a huge impact on your sale price. A Zillow study found that homes with a black front door sell for $6,450 more than expected. Not bad for a $50 can of paint. Following market ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. If your parents are downsizing to a smaller home, moving in with you, or ...

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With home prices slipping in some areas and mortgage rates still elevated, more homeowners are finding themselves in a tough spot—owing more on their mortgage than their home is currently worth.

From pre-inspections to virtual staging, it's a whole new world for longtime homeowners Retirees may want to use a real-estate agent, along with other professionals, to help sell a home these days. My ...