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The volume of new single‐family home sale fell to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 591,000 last month.
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Signs are piling up that the housing market is cooling down
Bidding wars are down, sellers are cutting listing prices.
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Homebuyers are putting almost twice as much down to buy a house than two years ago
The median down payment almost doubled to $28,000 in the first quarter of 2022 from $15,000 two years before.
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Changing how Black Americans use life insurance could help shrink the racial wealth gap
Fifty-six percent of Black Americans have life insurance, according to a study by LIMRA and Life Happens, compared with 52% of all Americans.
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Housing expert: Here's what home buyers and sellers need to know
Even though they have the upper hand, home sellers can forgo details.
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Home prices jumped in February despite higher mortgage rates
Home prices jumped 19.8% in February from the year before, up from a 19.1% annual increase in January.
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Here's how to get a bigger — or smaller — tax refund next year
Your W-4 payroll withholding selections could be the difference between a big refund, small refund, or owing the IRS.
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Taxes 2022: Last-minute tax filing tips
One tax expert offered a handful of tips for last-minute filers.
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Taxes 2022: Here’s why April 15 isn’t tax day this year
A local holiday in Washington, D.C., closes all federal offices located in the district, including the Internal Revenue Service, on April 15.
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Taxes 2022: What to know ahead of the tax deadline
If you don’t think you will meet the deadline, you have options.
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Housing 2022: Here's the best way to win a bidding war — if you can afford it
Should you offer all cash or waive the pre-inspection or the financing contingency?
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Tax expert: Here's why some married couples should file separately this year
In many cases, it's better for married couples to file jointly.
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Higher mortgage rates have a ‘deterrent effect’ on homebuyers, economist says
The rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage hit 4.72% last week, the highest level since December 2018.
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Investors face ‘larger tax bills’ from 2021 portfolio gains, strategist says
2021 was a banner year for investors.
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Mortgage rate trap is making the housing market worse
As mortgage rates near 5%, these same homeowners are thinking twice when it comes to trading up.
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Economist on this year's housing market: 'You'll be disappointed'
Homebuyers this year are paying about $375 more on their monthly mortgage payment for a median-priced house versus last year.
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NCAA athletes face tax consequences following rule change on earning money
Money made off of social media accounts and perks like free shoes, a clothing allowance, or use of a car all can be taxable.
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Homeowners are paying more to insure their house
Homeowners insurance premiums are up between 3% and 30%, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence.
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Fed governor sees firsthand how 'crazy' the housing market is
Fed Governor Waller delivered remarks that focused on the reasons behind the growing affordability crisis in both the for-sale and rental markets.
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Taxes 2022: Here's where to file your taxes for free
The IRS has partnered with several agencies to offer free federal filing if you meet certain income requirements.
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