Author: Ben Mizes
20 ways to prepare financially for a recession
Ask a dozen economists if we’re heading for a recession, and you’ll get a dozen different answers. What they’ll likely have in common, though, is …
22 ways high inflation could impact your next money moves
Inflation is making almost everything more expensive, including buying and selling a home.Skyrocketing home values give sellers a lot of options. Competition is so high that …
America’s best cities for commuters
Commuting is a way of life for millions of Americans, but many employees absolutely hate it. Economists used to think that long commutes wouldn’t have any …
Some of you will be mad about this ranking of America’s best coffee cities
In fact, they love it so much that they drink over 650 million cups of it every single day. It’s our lifeblood: Adults in the U.S. …
20 critical things to consider before buying a house
Buying a home is a great investment and a very big deal. But there’s no going back once you sign that purchase agreement. For that reason, …
The most expensive real estate markets in America
Buying a home has gotten harder over the past few decades — and it’s gotten a lot harder just in the past few years, which doesn’t …
12 tips to help you sell your home faster
Whether you’re upgrading, downgrading, moving for a job, or are just looking for a change, there are plenty of ways to sell your home. When you’re …
20 ways to win a real estate bidding war
In a hot real estate market, finding your dream home can be frustrating, no matter how many tools and websites you use. No sooner do you find …
25 ways you can start investing in real estate
Investing in property is a smart financial decision for several reasons. Real estate tends to appreciate in value over time, is viewed as safer than investing …
Buying a new home? Don’t forget to negotiate these items
When buying a home, you are expected to negotiate throughout the process, from negotiating with your agent for a home buyer rebate to negotiating closing costs after an inspection. …
20 ways to save money when selling your home
Selling your home is likely one of the largest financial transactions of your life — and with it can come some hefty expenses. While there are some …
30 first-time homebuyer mistakes that can cost you big time
Buying a house is an incredibly exciting yet overwhelming time. If new homebuyers let their emotions get the best of them or fail to do their …
Simple projects that could increase your home’s value
Spring is a time of renewal, and it certainly extends to space we now spend most of our time in, our homes. Three out of four …
