Real Estate

Whether you’re a homeowner, a tenant, or a landlord, our Real Estate section includes articles on recent law, reducing liabilities, and tax benefits.

Recent Stories

The Lowdown on Short Sales
Mar 2012

Short sales seem to be the hot topic in real estate these days. But as a homeowner with mortgage debt who is considering all the options, is short selling a home the right decision? more...

Ghoul Disclosure: Must Home Sellers Disclose Paranormal Activity?
Oct 2010

After months of searching, you've found it: your dream house. Its winding drive leads to the right number of bedrooms and bathrooms. You see yourself cozying up by the fireplace on cold, winter nights and taking in the first breath of spring as you open the French doors to a gorgeous view. The roof, plumbing and electricity are brand new. Too good to be true? Maybe. Did you ask about ghosts? more...

How to Protect Yourself from Bad Tenants
Jun 2009

Once a tenant has taken up residence in your rental unit, it can be costly and time-consuming to have him or her removed, so you should aim to head off any problems before the first box is moved in. more...

Facing Foreclosure? Alternatives That Can Save Your Credit
Jan 2009

Are you facing foreclosure on your home? You may think there's not much you can do to avoid it. But, what you don't know is that there are alternatives to foreclosure. more...