Ann Marie Wisnieski, Licensed Associate Broker, BHHS Laffey

Are you looking to buy a smart thermostat? Check out these models.

There is an art to communication. Hone your listening skills with these tips.

You could be holding yourself back from saving. Here's how to get your head in the game.

Is your home security system a scam magnet? Here's how to foil fraudsters.

Closing a credit card account can hurt your credit score, but there are other options if you no longer use it.

Feeling stressed or unproductive? Try out these mantras to boost your mood.

You might not be aware, but you can ask your credit card company to increase your limit. What home improvement project would you take on with a higher limit?

Knowing how much money you have in the bank is just the start to early retirement planning.

Looking to keep your carpet looking new for longer? Heed these tips.

Retirees, consider saving money by moving to a smaller home or a less expensive location!

Low credit shouldn't stop you from getting a second mortgage to pay off debt or make home repairs. What home project would you use the money for?

Did you know you can gift savings?

Looking to invest? Here's what you need to know.

Automatic transfers are just the start to effortless saving tricks.

A credit score takes time to build, so starting young is important. College students can start by paying their student loans on time.

Banks vary in the fees that they charge. Your best protection against hidden fees is to find out which ones your financial institutions enforce.

The steps you're taking to improve your credit score may be doing more harm than good. Find out exactly what the rating agencies look for.

Looking to skip the curtains on your windows? Consider some of these instead.