Rising prices, lower affordability and higher rates will shape how the 2019 housing market will turn out. Here’s what buyers and sellers can expect.
Author: Janna Herron, USA TODAY
New Experian tool allows you to instantly boost your credit score
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Cash deposited in Robinhood’s 3% checking and savings isn’t insured, SIPC says
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Tax refund fraud falls as IRS, states and tax preparation companies crack down
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After much back and forth, stocks largely end lower on lingering concerns
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Social Security notices showing cost-of-living increases available online for retirees
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Tiny homes: How small houses are decorated for holidays without sacrificing space
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