Whether you’re dreaming of owning your first house or living in your third or fourth home, mortgages can seem complicated and a little daunting. That’s why thousands of people ask…

In real estate, an escrow account is a secure holding area where important items such as the earnest money check and contracts are kept safe by an escrow company until the…

The new Tax Cuts and Jobs Act—the most substantial overhaul to the U.S. tax code in more than 30 years—went into effect on Jan. 1, 2018. So, as you prepare to file…

It’s been said that using the principles of feng shui can make a home hum with harmony. But while you might consider this ancient Chinese philosophy as a way to…

Home buyers love to get the most space for their money. In fact, a recent survey conducted by SunTrust revealed that 66 percent of millennials cited more living space as…

Based on the results of a recent study, the top place to buy a home in California is Hawthorne, a city in Los Angeles County that's home to Elon Musk’s…

There comes a time in many people’s lives—usually after having kids—when people consider moving from the city to the suburbs. Only where should you go and why? Here, realtor.com shares…

According to realtor.com’s analysis of first names on 2018 home sales deeds, single women are one of the fastest-growing demographics in the housing market. Although older baby boomer and silent…

Ready to purchase a house for your family? Buyers with children are on the lookout for kid-friendly features, but do you know all of the things you should check? If…

If you’re the new kid on the block, there are certain etiquette rules you’re expected to follow to keep the peace in your neighborhood, and those rules are evolving quickly.…