Feeling the strain of high prices, 3 in 4 Americans (75%) worry there will be a recession in 2023, while 69% say one is already here.

Are considering home renovations but don't know where you want to start? Most homeowners spend their time indoors but even so, consider some backyard renovations that can add a lot of value to your home. This includes your patio and any outside features you can upgrade. Sometimes you can add value by sprucing up your backyard, even on a budget.

Loans from the FHA, VA, and USDA can allow you to get a mortgage when you have a lower credit score. These types of loans also have other benefits like lower down payment requirements, reduced fees, and streamlined refinancing.

We look at how to make an offer on an overpriced home so that it's more attractive to the seller and you can buy the home you want.

While buying a home for the first time is very exciting, it can be a stressful experience. We look at the essential things first-time home buyers need to buy to make life easier.

Do you know what a tax assessment is in real estate? You'll be expected to pay property taxes when you purchase a home. See everything you need to know about how property tax assessments are determined.

We discuss the dangers and drawbacks of an open house and why it isn't always such a good idea.

Heading into the holidays might be a less popular time of year for buying or selling a home, but there is still a lot to learn about the process to make things easier and less costly.

We compare earnest money with down payments to help make the process more straightforward.

We look at the common home buyer contingencies that you need to know about. These contingencies could be vital in preventing you from losing money when you make an offer on a home.

We look at the sometimes-surprising things you need to know and be prepared for when choosing a home loan guaranteed by the USDA.

If you don't know much about earnest money, it could end up costing you. We look at the things you need to know about earnest money when buying a home.

Is it too easy to become a real estate agent? Many inside and outside the industry say the answer is YES!

Are you going to be selling your home? Do you know the laws in your state when it comes to disclosing problems with your property? Laws vary from state to state on whether a seller must volunteer whether their home has problems or not.

We look at open houses compared to private showings, to reveal which is better when you are trying to sell your home.

Buying land and building a custom home is much more challenging than purchasing a resale home. You need to know what you're doing as it is easy to make mistakes. Let's look at some of the most pressing issues to be concerned about.

Do you know the purpose of "comps" when buying or selling a home? Without comps or comparables it would be awfully hard to determine the fair market value of a property.

Are you looking for a house to rent? If so, you're probably having a challenging time. Inventory levels of homes to rent is very similar to houses for sale. It is ultra low! Finding a rental property is as difficult as it has ever been. You may need to look in places you've never thought of before. Well, you are in luck because that is exactly what we are going to show you.

When you are buying or selling a home, understanding the value of a property is crucial. If you are selling a home, you don't want to leave money on the table. Maximizing your investment is usually of the utmost importance. Conversely, when purchasing a home buyers don't typically want to pay more than fair market value.

When you are selling a house and a buyer offers you cash there are some substantial benefits. The most significant advantage is the fact you won't have to worry about the buyer's finances. It is not out of the question that a buyer will be approved for a mortgage. There are times when a buyer is denied financing.