Monthly Archives: February 2020

WATCH: Compass likely to avoid WeWork’s fate: Venture capitalists

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Compass and WeWork both took massive amounts of cash from SoftBank, but experts say the two companies are actually quite different. Continue reading →

Applying for a mortgage? How you repay your student loan is crucial

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Student loan borrowers who use an income-driven repayment plan could be at disadvantage for taking on a mortgage, a study by the Urban Institute shows. Continue reading →

This is the No. 1 misconception millennials have about homebuying

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Misconceptions about needing a 20 percent down payment are keeping millennials from homeownership. Two experts share what can be done to help. Continue reading →

WATCH: How does technology enable the consumer experience?

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Leaders from Savvy and Matterport shared the latest on how technology is changing the way consumers search for, and protect, their real estate at Inman Connect New York. Continue reading →

6 pros and cons to consider if you’re about to invest in real estate

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Investment experts Michael Hills and Whitney Nicely share what newbie investors need to know about the upsides and downsides of investing in residential or commercial real estate. Continue reading →

What to Know Before Renting Out Your Home on Airbnb

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You may be tempted to rent out part, or all, of your home on Airbnb to bring in extra income or to enjoy the company of guests. I’ve done it since April 2019, after buying a one-bedroom homesteader cabin I named “Heaven House” on five acres near Joshua… Continue reading →

OPINION: Why It’s Not Too Late to Join the FIRE Money Movement After 50

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Members of what’s known as the FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) community have one overarching goal: to achieve financial independence. While most FIRE members are in their 20s, 30s and 40s, there is growing interest from people in their 50s … Continue reading →