Homeowners can’t deduct homeowners insurance from income taxes, unless it’s a rental property. Learn more about which homeownership expenses are tax deductible.

A natural disaster can destroy years of hard work in seconds. Prepare for the unexpected with an emergency plan for home to help minimize destruction.

In order to close on your house, you will need to bring cash to close the mortgage deal. Learn what expenses are included in your cash-to-close amount and more.

In real estate, caveat emptor – or "let the buyer beware" – is a concept similar to buying a house as-is. Read more about caveat emptor and how it works.

In a competitive real estate market, you need to be prepared if you’re staring down a bidding war for your next home. Find out how to get ready to win.

It’s every home buyer’s nightmare – the home inspection report reveals foundation problems. Find out what to do if you’re buying a house with foundation issues.

Explore the differences in earnings, retirement savings and homeownership between dual-income households with kids (DIWKs) and without kids (DINKs).

A down payment is the percentage of a home's purchase price you pay up front. Learn how down payments work and how much you should put down on a house.

Calculating cost of living can show you how much money you’ll need to live in a certain area. Learn more about calculating your cost of living in a new place.

A home is under contract when the seller has accepted an offer from a buyer to purchase the property. Read more about what under contract means in real estate.

There are many pros and cons to buying a house with your child. We cover cosigning, selling, gifting and renting a house to your child in this complete guide.

Buying a house with a septic tank can feel intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Read on to learn about the pros and cons of using a home’s septic system.

If you’re a property owner with big plans for your home or land, you may need a variance to make changes. Learn what a variance is and how to get one.

Zoning laws dictate how a property can or cannot be used within a certain geographical area. Learn about common types of zoning laws and how they work.

Deed restrictions can limit what property owners do on their land. Learn about deed-restricted communities and real estate, what they are and how they work.

Renters insurance is a way for renters to protect themselves and their belongings when renting property. Learn about what’s covered with renters insurance.

Condemnation in real estate occurs when the government uses its eminent domain authority to take property. Learn what condemnation can mean for homeowners.

The closing process is the final step in the home buying journey. Learn some of the best ways to prepare for closing on a house with our step-by-step guide.