real estate

My brother and I inherited Mom’s house, but he wants to sell it below market value so he can quickly pay off $60K in credit card debt. Now what?

Selling a newly inherited house below market value might be a quick way to pay off credit card debt, but one must not be hasty in selling a major asset.
November 10, 2025 Marlon Wright

Our contractor ran off with the deposit. Can we recover anything?

You finally decided to do some remodeling, so you find a contractor, hand over a deposit, and start daydreaming about the new space. Then, suddenly, they disappear. The question gnaws at you: Can we recover anything? Here's what to do.
October 13, 2025 Peter Kinney

I inherited my parents’ house with my brother, but he refuses to sell the house or buy me out for my half. The home needs major repairs. What now?

Sharing ownership of an inherited home with a sibling can get complicated if the home needs repairs and you don't agree on selling or keeping the property.
August 21, 2025 Quinn Mercer

Real Estate Investment Strategies That Actually Make Sense

The simple truth is that real estate can be a powerful investment, but it’s not just about luck or timing. It’s about knowing which strategies actually work, and when to use them.
August 20, 2025 Jane O'Shea

The previous owner lied about mold. Now I'm $25K deep in remediation. Do I have any recourse?

Buying a home is one of the biggest investments most people will ever make—so discovering a serious issue like hidden mold after closing can feel like a devastating betrayal. If the previous owner failed to disclose the problem—or worse, actively covered it up—you may be left wondering if there’s anything you can do now that you’re tens of thousands of dollars deep into remediation
August 13, 2025 Jack Hawkins
California

Cities In California That Are Actually Still Affordable

My husband’s job is transferring him to California and we have to move. My neighbor says it’s a huge mistake financially. What should we do?
June 20, 2025 Allison Robertson