We were always told to be careful with my mother because she was frail and had a heart condition. My father died nearly 40 years ago. As for Mom? She’s still going strong at 91. My friend has a child with dyslexia and behavioral problems. There’s a lot of love in that home, and they’re [...]
Should I short sale my house or foreclose? If you’re underwater, short sale is one option where you can sell your home for less than it's worth. Q: We live in Clayton County, Georgia, where the housing market is still not good. Our home was worth $200,000 in 1999 now it is worth $51,000. We [...]
When remodeling a bathroom on a budget, think about how much it will cost and what the return is. It depends on the size of the bathroom. Q: What is a realistic cost to remodel a master bathroom or a typical price range I should be looking at? A: We recently wrote a story about [...]
Owing more than your house is worth? When deciding if you should get a renovation loan, think about if the debt you'll owe is worth it. Q: My home is like most in our neighborhood: I owe more than what it's worth. I would continue to live in my home until I'm ready to sell, [...]
The real estate market is recovering, and mortgage interest rates are at an all-time low. Is now the time to buy a home? According to Steve Cook, former vice president of public affairs for the National Association of Realtors, there are other issues at play. A number of hurdles stand in the way of potential [...]
Your neighbor is running a 5K for a worthwhile charity and hopes you’ll sponsor her. A nonprofit agency to which you’ve donated in the past keeps contacting you about additional gifts. A coworker is collecting funds to buy a milk-producing goat for a needy family across the globe. These are all good causes, but donation [...]
This post was written by guest blogger Eve Becker. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue, garden party, pool party or family get-together, there’s nothing quite like entertaining outside in the summer. Many people, recognizing the value of an outdoor entertaining space in the warmer months, have upgraded their decks and patios to enjoy with guests in [...]
Money may not buy long-term happiness, but it can provide you with opportunities you may not have without it. If you have planned properly, you will have many options open to you during retirement —you can work and continue to earn an income, or you can volunteer your time free of charge. But if you [...]
