 As demand for homes shot up between 2001 and 2006, some newly built and remodeled homes suffered from the effects of quick construction: subpar techniques, slapdash repairs and cosmetic fixes that masked deeper problems.
A JD Power and Associates study that logs complaints about new homes found that the number of problems reported per 100 homes rose 13% for homes built between 2001 and 2005.
Click below to learn what to watch out for while shopping for your dream home.
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6 Ways to Avoid an IRS Audit
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Worried about an audit? After all, it's easy to screw up on your taxes unintentionally due to an incredibly complex tax code. Of course, there are those who intentionally screw up as well. Ethical matters aside, nobody wants to get audited. Here are six time-tested practices to heed when filling out your tax return that will help prevent it from sending up red flags.
1. Consistency in your returns.
2. Don't get lazy with deductions.
3. Dust off your calculator.
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