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Lifestyle

How to Hygge Your Home

Creating hygge in your home is using calming design ideas that translate into a feeling of peaceful coziness—the concept roots from the...

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Lifestyle

Easy Soup Recipes

One of the easiest dinners during fall time is a hearty soup. The best ones are the ones you can just throw the ingredients in a pot and...

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Lifestyle

Cozy Fall Décor Ideas

It’s time to stuff the summery decorations into the closet for the year and pull the pumpkins and garland out of storage. The seasons...

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Lifestyle

Tips for Moving with Pets

Moving your pets from home to home can be super stressful for them. If you’re getting ready to relocate, there are some things you can do...

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Lifestyle

Best Dog Breeds For Your Family

While you may want to pick a dog for your family based on their sweet eyes or soft fur, there are better factors to consider when bringing...

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Lifestyle

DIY Office Organization

Your desk probably started with a few loose pens and a notebook and has somehow accumulated to a plethora of documents and knick-knacks you...

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Lifestyle

Camping Essentials

You’ve decided to take a break from your normal routine and brave the great outdoors. Escaping reality requires some preparation to ensure...

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Mortgage 101

Why Does it Take 30 Years to Pay Off a Mortgage?

Long story short- it doesn’t. Homebuyers often choose a 30 year loan because it creates a more feasible monthly payment.

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Home Selling

What Hurts A Home Appraisal?

To understand what can hurt a home appraisal, you will be better served to learn the factors that go into a home appraisal first.

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Homebuying

Lender or Real Estate Agent: Which Comes First?

Buying a home can feel like a plethora of moving parts without even knowing how to start the machine. Getting started can be confusing,...

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