Will Buying a Home Bankrupt Me?
Buying a home doesn't usually lead to bankruptcy -- but if homebuyers don't watch their income-to-spending ratio, it can happen. Margaret Crane explains how to keep your finances in check.
Finding the Right Agent or Broker
Once you announce your intention to buy a home, you'll be courted by every real estate professional you know or meet. But which real estate agent should you choose to work with? Lisa Skolnik has some advice on finding the one that's right for you.
Slipcover an old sofa in an animal motif, or add throw pillows in animal print fabrics and a shaggy fake fur rug.
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Color Is Back: Use It Sparingly Ilyce Glink is the bestselling author of 100 Questions Every First Time Home Buyer Should Ask,
and is the Managing Editor of Right at Home Daily.
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Summer Maintenance Chores
Take advantage of summer's longer days and warmer weather to tackle some
home repairs. Jim Sulski provides the summer maintenance worksheet.
