Despite fluctuations in the economy, the American dream still includes owning a home. Some people buy at a young age while others wait until they are in their thirties. Because life situations change as people grow older, the decision process regarding home purchases changes as well. Regardless of whether you are a fist time home…

Ben Franklin once quipped, “A penny saved is a penny earned.” The old adage still holds true today, especially in an uncertain economy. Homeowners should take advantage of every tax break they can to heed Ben’s advice and put some of those greenbacks back where they belong: in your pocket. Let’s take a gander at…