Anne Johnson

34 Articles

Is Staging Your House Worth the Cost?

It’s important that prospective buyers of your home be able to picture themselves living in it. Staging your house may…

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Stigmatized Property May Be Hard to Sell

A "for sale" sign in Washington, D.C. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch TimesStigmatized properties have been impacted psychologically by a traumatic event.…

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Does Homeowner’s Insurance Cover Water Damage?

A standard homeowner’s policy may cover costs associated with water damage. However, not all types of water damage are covered.…

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Time’s Up on Some Adjustable-Rate Mortgages

A single-family home in Los Angeles. Allison Dinner/Getty ImagesFor those who took five-year adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) in 2021, the day…

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Do You Have Percentage-Based Deductibles on Your Home? Prepare Yourself

Whether you opt for a percentage deductible or are required by your insurer, you could be in for an unpleasant…

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Protect Yourself From Homeowner Scams

Scammers target desperate homeowners, such as those who are struggling with mortgage payments or facing foreclosure. These victims are often…

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You Can Travel and Work Remotely

Zamrznuti tonovi/ShutterstockHave you been bitten by the travel bug? If you have a remote job and want to travel, there…

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Rude Tipping Habits You May Not Realize You Do

When you receive good service in a restaurant, the usual custom is to give a monetary tip. And many people…

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Frugal Habits That Take You From Lower Middle-Class to Upper Middle-Class

Disciplined spending and smart automation can help you achieve lasting financial security.Zamrznuti tonovi/Shutterstock12/31/2025|Updated: 12/31/2025Do upper middle-class people spend money on…

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Cut Down on Your Utility Bills

Simple changes to how you use energy and water at home can significantly reduce your monthly utility bills.fizkes/Shutterstock12/22/2025|Updated: 12/22/2025Two expenses…

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7 Ways to Rein In Holiday Spending

Monkey Business Images/ShutterstockYou probably don’t want to start the new year with a big credit card bill. Pacing yourself during…

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How Many Missed Mortgage Payments Before Foreclosure?

A 'Bank Foreclosure Sale' sign is posted in front of townhomes in Los Angeles, Calif. Kevork Djansezian/Getty ImagesThe number of…

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