Karen Stevens

Karen Stevens, Freelance writer

 

Karen Stevens is a personal finance and business writer with experience across industries from travel to tech. She believes personal finance should be accessible to everyone and is always on the hunt for that next money-saving hack.

Articles From Karen Stevens

How to insure a home you build yourself

Handy with a hammer? It may be tempting to build the home of your exact dreams, or hire contractors, but it won't be as easy as picking one off the market.

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What type of mortgage and term should you get?

Should you go for a fixed or variable mortgage; a three-year or five year term? It's hard to say. Here's how to decide.

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Home Inspections 101: Why you don’t want to skip this critical step

Before you ask: Yes, home inspections are a must during the home buying process. We break down what a home inspector does and why they're necessary.

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