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For years, open floor plans have dominated home design. From HGTV renovations to new construction homes, knocking down walls to create one...

Owning a home is an exciting milestone, but for many homeowners, making that final mortgage payment is an equally exciting goal. Whether...

Have you ever considered buying a home with a friend, sibling, or even a partner you are not married to? More and more people are joining...

Between credit card bills, personal loans, and other monthly financial obligations, keeping track of multiple payments can become a...

The way people are making home design and renovation decisions is changing. While resale value and the preferences of a hypothetical future...

The Ruoff Mortgage Worthington branch, located in Columbus and serving the Central Ohio region, is unique when it comes to the longevity of...

Credit history is a record of a borrower's past borrowing and repayment activities. It's a crucial piece of the puzzle for both lenders and...

Have you started your yearly “Gilmore Girls” rewatch yet?

When diving into the home buying process, a few terms often pop up that can sound a bit intimidating. One of those is the contingency...

Fall will officially be here on September 22, and that means it's time to make the most of crisp mornings, colorful leaves, cozy sweaters,...