In the US, according to the Department of Justice, almost 4 million household burglaries occur each year. While these are frightening statistics to any homeowner, there are steps you can take to deter burglars from targeting your home.

While your credit is an important factor when considering homeownership, a common misconception is that you need perfect credit to buy a home.

Your credit will influence your homebuying experience, from setting your sights on a home to securing a loan and everything in between. But how exactly does credit affect home pricing?

The average size of homes is decreasing as the number of homeowners deciding to downsize increases. A smaller home could mean big financial benefits.