Lily, my adorable, two-year-old niece looked at my shiny, pink shoes, up to my eyes, and back down to the shoes again. “I like you shoes, Auntie Jessie,” she said. “Thank you,” I said...

It’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of buying a home. Once you’ve had an offer accepted on your dream house, you’ll probably be anxious to move in. However, before you make...