T here's no question that the cash from a life partner can help. If he buys half the home at market value, that could easily pay off your remaining mortgage and leave you with some financial breathing ...

D ivorce often forces tough financial decisions. For 40-year-old Mel, that decision boils down to whether to withdraw money from her retirement account or take on new debt to keep the family home.

A second home gives you a place to go when you want to escape the real world. It can also be a source of rental income and extra home equity when needed. Maintenance and upkeep costs will be ...

A cash-out refinance is a type of mortgage refinancing where you replace your existing mortgage with a new one that is for a larger amount than what you currently owe. The difference between the new ...

Green Bay will see its first community land trust, the fourth in Wisconsin. The idea may be unfamiliar to many, but it has a long history and an important role in tackling the national housing crisis.

Divorce doulas, shared lawyers, and divorce coaches are just some of the ways women are finding to reduce the drawn-out, ...

Matt Richardson is the senior managing editor for the Managing Your Money section for CBSNews.com. He writes and edits content about personal finance ranging from savings to investing to insurance. If ...

The average U.S. homeowner currently has a record $313,000 in equity. Many homeowners are considering turning that equity into cash through home equity loans or as credit via home equity lines of ...

Borrowing against the value of your home can be a smart way to cover big expenses, but only if you manage it carefully. Whether you’re renovating, paying down debt, or handling unexpected costs, the ...

It seems Jennifer Lopez is in no hurry to move out of her $60 million California home, which she once shared with former husband Ben Affleck. The actress recently posted pictures on her social media ...

Feeling unlovable after a divorce is not uncommon but there are things you can do to get back to feeling like your best self.