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Is Cashing in the Equity from My Home Worth It?

If you’ve been paying down your mortgage and your home’s value has increased over time, you may be sitting on a significant amount of...

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Is My Home at Risk for Flooding?

Spring is here, and while that means warmer weather and blooming flowers, it also brings the risk of flooding—especially from melting snow...

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What is Private Mortgage Insurance?

For many homebuyers, saving up for a downpayment is one of the biggest hurdles standing between them and a new home. Historically, 20% has...

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Home Inspection 101

Buying a home is one of life’s biggest milestones, and the home inspection is a critical step in the process. A home inspection is a...

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The Power of the Down Payment

Embarking on the journey to homeownership is an exciting milestone. However, the financial landscape can seem daunting—especially when...

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The Smart Seller's Guide: Budgeting for Home Sale Expenses

As you prepare to list your property, understanding the most common expenses when selling a house—optional costs and standard home seller...

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How to Cozy Up Your Home This Winter

For those of us in colder climates, winter brings shorter days, colder temperatures, and, for many, a case of the winter blues. With the...

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New Year, New Home: 6 Benefits of Buying a New Home in the Colder Months

Spring and summer might be known as the peak homebuying seasons, but savvy buyers know that winter offers unique advantages. In fact, real...

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DIY Thanksgiving Decor Ideas: Affordable, Family-Friendly, and Trendy

When you think of DIY Thanksgiving decor, what comes to mind? If you immediately thought of the hand turkeys we all made in elementary...

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Fall Decorating: What's Trending for Halloween

As the days grow shorter and the air turns delightfully crisp, nature begins to unveil its vibrant tapestry of falling leaves. Autumn is...

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