If you've been struggling to buy a home but have money in an IRA for retirement, you may be thinking of taking an early ...

Laurie Sepulveda is a MarketWatch Guides team senior writer who specializes in writing about personal loans, home equity loans, mortgages and banking. She lives in North Carolina and has taught and ...

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Today on AD, the Property Brothers, Jonathan and Drew Scott, are answering your top real estate questions from Instagram. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, planning a renovation, or navigating ...

Even though many people look forward to retirement, it can be a bit scary. Not only are you giving up your career, but you're ...

IRA withdrawals taken before age 59 1/2 typically incur a 10% penalty. There are some exceptions to that rule, like buying a first-time home. Though it might seem like an easy way to scrounge up a ...