If you’re debating whether to rent or buy, look to your local price-to-rent ratio for guidance. A recent analysis revealed which of the nation's housing markets boast the lowest ratios — thus favoring buying over renting — as well as the spots where renting might be more affordable in the long run.

You've had your home on the market and you have decided to accept the buyer's offer. But what happens next?

How much should I sell my home for?

More than a third of high net worth individuals think real estate is the most obvious sign of wealth. But what exactly are these buyers looking for in their properties? A new study breaks it down.

How do you receive an offer when selling a home? It depends on who it comes from and who's presenting it.

What's the best time of year to sell a home? Usually, in the spring. But not always, and here's why.

Americans might have more home equity than ever before, but most aren’t tapping it to fund renovations. For those costs? Many homeowners are turning to credit cards instead, spending more than $141 billion on home improvement costs just last year.

Condo vs. house: Which is better? Both have their benefits and drawbacks. Learn more about both options here.

It’s no secret that crippling student loan debt keeps many Millennials from buying a home. But according to new data, Millennials with student loan debt aren’t just less likely to own a home. When they do buy? They face more expensive mortgage loans and lower home values, too.

Buying a home in Cincinnati? Then make sure to shop around for your mortgage rate. According to a new analysis, it could save you nearly $24,000.

When selling your home, you'll have to weigh offers from prospective buyers. How do you analyze offers and choose the best one? Find out here.

If you're selling a home, closing day is a big deal. How it goes depends on if your buyer has a mortgage, the state in which the property is located, and the lender policies.

Should you make repairs when selling your home if the buyer asks you to? It depends on your contract, what you can afford, and how good the offer is.

When you apply for a mortgage, there's a lot of paperwork involved and hoops to hop through. This checklist puts it together for you.

Moving to your new home was easier when you had college friends, pizza, and just a few carloads of personal items. Now you have a family, pets, furniture that does not involve crates and concrete blocks. And a mortgage. So consider this list before scheduling moving day.

If you want a great move, look for the best moving companies. Here's how to find them and avoid the terrible ones.

Ready to buy a home but not sure where to put down roots? If starting a family’s on your radar, you might want to head to Moscow — Moscow, Idaho, that is. The city was recently ranked the No. 1 small town to raise a family in.

Here's how to find out how much mortgage you can qualify for. Use our simple calculators to estimate your budget.

It’s no secret that rents are rising. But for residents in hot vacation spots? Rent prices are growing even more. In fact, in hotspots like Orlando rents jumped upwards of 6 percent over last year.

Every mortgage borrower needs a mortgage rate lock. You can't close on a home without one. Advice on getting the best rate lock possible for your loan.