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Feb 2, 2026

Caring for Aging Parents: The Financial Guide for Adult Children

Your parents need care you can't provide for free. Understand the costs, who pays, and how home equity can help — both theirs and yours.

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Feb 2, 2026

Divorce and Home Equity: Protecting Your Financial Future

Going through divorce? Understand how home equity is divided, your options for the house, and HELOC considerations during separation.

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Feb 2, 2026

Inheriting a House: The Complete Financial Guide

Inherited a home? Understand your options—keep it, sell it, or rent it. Plus tax implications, timeline, and how to access inherited equity.

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Feb 2, 2026

Paying for College: Home Equity vs Student Loans

Compare using home equity to student loans for college funding. Understand interest rates, tax benefits, and which is better for your family.

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Feb 2, 2026

529 Plan vs HELOC: Which Is Better for College Funding?

Should you save in a 529 plan or use home equity for college? Compare tax benefits, flexibility, and when each option makes sense.

Backyard swimming pool installation
Feb 2, 2026

Adding a Pool to Your Home: Costs, ROI, and Honest Advice

Complete pool guide—costs $35K-$100K+ by type, ongoing expenses $3K-6K/year, real ROI numbers, and when a pool actually makes sense.

Home renovation project timeline calendar
Feb 2, 2026

How Long Does a Home Renovation Take? Realistic Timelines by Project

Honest renovation timelines—kitchen 10-20 weeks, bathroom 5-10 weeks, basement 8-14 weeks. What affects timing and how to avoid delays.

Building permit documents for renovation
Feb 2, 2026

Do I Need a Permit for That? Home Renovation Permit Guide

Which renovations need permits and which don't? Complete guide to permit requirements, costs, process, and what happens if you skip them.

Converted garage living space
Feb 2, 2026

Garage Conversion Guide: Costs, Process, and What to Know

Complete guide to converting your garage into living space. ADU vs non-ADU, costs $20K-$150K, permits, and step-by-step process.

Homeowner deciding between DIY and contractor
Feb 2, 2026

DIY or Hire a Contractor? A Skill-Based Decision Guide

Honest guide to what you should DIY vs hire out. Projects by risk level, cost savings calculations, and when calling a pro actually saves money.

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