Industry executives confirm no ‘Trump Homes’ plan exists as builders cite major hurdles to federal rent-to-own models.

If you’re in the market for a vehicle, you may believe you have two options: leasing or buying the vehicle outright, often through an auto loan. But buyers with bad credit or no credit history may ...

It's funny how our needs and our finances aren't always on the same schedule. Perhaps "tragic" is a better word. Take the need for a car. Maybe the faithful old jalopy we were driving just died a ...

Rent-to-own deals are nothing new. These transactions, in which a portion of the buyer’s monthly rent payment is ultimately applied toward a down payment, traditionally have been used by home buyers ...

One might think that a $278 Michael Kors backpack is, at best, a luxury item intended for more affluent consumers. But did you know you could rent one and own it after nine months for a whopping $800?

With today’s high mortgage rates and home prices, coming up with enough money for a down payment is difficult for many potential buyers. In fact, 81 percent of Americans who would like to buy a house ...

Taking risky shortcuts isn't always advisable, no matter how desperate your situation.