Housing

Paying Off The House? Not An Emergency Dear Dave, Is it ever okay to pull money out of your emergency fund to pay off your home? My husband and I were talking.... read the story

New Residents in Senior Communities Are Being Charged Seasonal “Move‑In Fees” New residents in senior communities are being charged seasonal “move‑in fees,” surprising many older adults who ex... read the story

8 Hidden Costs Seniors Face When Downsizing During Winter Months Many seniors choose to downsize during winter to save on housing costs or move closer to family, but the colder months b... read the story

Home Repair Contractors Are Reporting a Shortage of Winter‑Ready Parts Across many U.S. cities, home repair contractors are reporting a shortage of winter‑ready parts just as temperatures d... read the story

HOA Seasonal Inspection Fees: What Nevada Seniors Need to Know Across Nevada, some homeowner associations (HOAs) are introducing seasonal inspection fees that appear on monthly statem... read the story

Some Retirement Communities Are Raising Fees Mid‑Winter Across the country, retirement communities regularly adjust resident fees, and many seniors notice these increases in Ja... read the story

Older Renters in Dallas Are Facing Unexpected Renewal Fee Hikes Older renters in Dallas are increasingly reporting renewal fee hikes when their leases come due, even as overall rental ... read the story

Insurance Companies in Tampa Are Updating Roof Requirements for Older Homes Homeowners in Tampa, especially seniors living in older properties, are facing new insurance requirements tied to roof a... read the story

New York Retirees Are Seeing Big Changes to Senior Housing Waitlists Senior housing in New York has always been competitive, but in 2025, retirees are reporting significant changes to waitl... read the story

10 Hidden Winter Costs Catching Boomers Off Guard This Season Winter often brings more than just cold weather — it brings hidden costs that retirees may not anticipate. For boomers... read the story