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Homebuying

Before You Fall for a Fixer-Upper, Keep This in Mind

It’s hard not to love Chip and Joanna Gaines of HGTV’s “Fixer Upper.” It’s even harder to stop daydreams of falling for your own...

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Mortgage 101

Understanding HOA Fees and Their Impact on Home Financing

For many homeowners in managed communities, HOA fees are a familiar line item in their monthly budget. These fees cover shared services...

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How to Be Smart with Collateral

Understanding collateral can be a game-changer in your mortgage journey. It’s not just a term thrown around in banker meetings; it’s a...

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Homebuying

A Future Homebuyer's Checklist

Buying a home comes with an assortment of its own necessary evils. The thorns of extra costs, renovation plans, and hidden fees can stick...

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Lifestyle

Should You Audit the Energy in Your Home?

Ever feel like your utility bills are higher than they should be? Or maybe your home is just never the right temperature, no matter what...

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Lifestyle, House to Home

A Guide to Remodeling Your Bathroom:

The bathrooms of yesteryear may hold a certain charm in the hearts of some, but for most, these wallpaper-laden historical artifacts seem...

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Mortgage 101

What DPA Programs do I Qualify For?

Understanding Down Payment Assistance (DPA) programs can open a world of opportunities for potential homebuyers. These programs are...

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Lifestyle, House to Home

How to Prepare Your Home for The School Season

As the seasons gradually change from the hot summer to autumn, the tone may be changing in your household. School season comes with this...

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Finances, Loan Products

When To Get a Home Equity Loan

Tapping into your home’s equity can be a savvy financial move, but timing is everything. A home equity loan allows you to borrow against...

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