by Susanne Dwyer | Feb 13, 2019 | Consumer, Home Spun Wisdom, Latest News, News
(TNS)—The big tax question of the year: Will you get a supersized refund or suddenly discover that you’re going to end up writing one monster check? No one really knows for sure in light of sweeping changes that hit homeowners, two-paycheck couples and families...
by Susanne Dwyer | Feb 12, 2019 | Advice, Home Spun Wisdom, How-To, Latest News
With inevitably higher energy consumption for most of the country in winter, the energy experts at Eversource are reminding consumers that it’s also a great time of year to assess ways to better manage energy use to save money and protect our planet. Eversource...
by Susanne Dwyer | Feb 10, 2019 | Advice, Buying/Selling, Buying/Selling, Home Spun Wisdom, Latest News, News
(TNS)—Gen Z is poised to be the largest source of homebuyers in the United States. The post-millennial generation, or those born after 1996, make up about 32 percent of the population. And, according to a recent report by realtor.com®, 80 percent of them want to own a...
by Susanne Dwyer | Feb 7, 2019 | Consumer, Home Spun Wisdom, Latest News, News
Changes in 5G technology might be impacting consumers and homeowners in the coming years. According to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the U.S. is moving swiftly to a next generation of wireless connectivity. These new networks and technologies will...
by Beth McGuire | Feb 6, 2019 | Advice, Consumer, Home Spun Wisdom, How-To, Latest News, News
(TNS)—Sitting down to do your taxes in the next few weeks—or talking with your tax preparer—will involve tackling the most sweeping changes in the federal income tax rules in more than 30 years. Tax filers need to keep in mind that more than 600 changes took place...
by Susanne Dwyer | Feb 5, 2019 | Buying/Selling, Consumer, Home Spun Wisdom, Latest News, News
(TNS)—Swings in mortgage rates can sometimes make or break your home-buying prospects. When rates rise, it can squeeze your house budget to its limit and force you to reevaluate your plans. And when rates fall, you’re in a better position to qualify for loan...