These four financial resolutions for those buying a home in 2018, or those who wanna be home buyers can help them achieve their financial goals and move into that dream house. Home buyer demand is the strongest since 2000, according to a new survey from Genworth Mortgage Insurance. And, according the National Association of Realtors, [...]
Home buying in 2018? If you're looking to buy a home in 2018, you may be worse off than home buyers in 2017. Here's what you need to know. It’s been a rough couple of years for home buyers. At the beginning of 2016, we said, “be prepared to see higher prices and fewer homes [...]
If you’re selling in 2018, be very happy. The Housing Market looks good for Home sellers in 2018 thanks to low inventory, still-low interest rates and a lot of Millennial interest. If you sold your home in 2017, you were probably happy. If you’re selling in 2018, get ready to be very happy. Home prices [...]
Saving money is always a popular New Year's resolution, especially after spending so much during the holidays. It feels so good to give, but after the holidays are over, it’s time to rein in your spending and set some new financial goals. I always make some New Year’s financial resolutions, and then at the end [...]
It’s a fresh, clean new year. We indulged ourselves last month and ended the year with a blast. Now, it’s time to come back down to earth and face financial reality. Luckily, I have some tax tips you might find helpful as you try to stick to your financial goals and resolutions. 2012 brings us [...]
By the time spring rolls around, many of us have given up on our New Year’s resolutions—but it doesn’t have to be that way. Instead of waiting until next January to get on track, make it a point to renew your resolutions right now. Here’s how: 1. Get rid of the New Year’s resolution mindset. [...]
Now that the holiday rush is over, it’s time to assess what you hope to accomplish this year. You may have already decided to work out more, eat healthier, or pay off debt—but is choosing the right insurance policy on your 2014 resolution list? If it isn’t, it should be. Buying the right insurance policy [...]
It’s that special time of year again: All the folks who made New Year’s resolutions are busily lacing up their running shoes to get fit, and it’s nearly impossible to find a free treadmill at the gym. Despite the crowds you may face for a few months, now’s a great time for saving money on [...]
If you’re like most people, there’s a good chance that you are planning to improve your finances and money management skills this year. The goals you set at the start of the year can make a big difference in your financial situation—now and well into the future. As you consider what you would like your [...]
If you spent the holidays having fun and decided to put off any financial decisions until after the first of the year, don’t feel bad—so did everybody else. But with 2014 bringing so much excitement and so many possibilities, now is a great time to evaluate your retirement plan to make sure you are still [...]
