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Products for Outside

The summer might be drawing to a close, but there’s still plenty of time to get outside with the family. And having fun doesn’t require...

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Lifestyle

DIY Serving Trays

How can you make your social soiree stand out from the rest? Add a little DIY, and we’re not just talking about the food! Your serving tray...

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Mortgage 101

Why Would Underwriting Deny A Loan?

Once your offer on a home has been accepted and you have submitted your full mortgage application, there is one final step before you’re...

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Lifestyle

Mouth-Watering Sandwich Recipes

The sandwich is, well, the greatest thing, since sliced bread. Are you craving such a delicacy? We’ve got you covered. Here are some of the...

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Lifestyle

Small Closet Hacks: 11 Ways to Squeeze More From Your Space

Living with a small closet can be a real bummer - especially when home design magazines and blogs tout the architecture of large, roomy,...

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Homebuying

Home-Buying Advice for the Self-Employed

Homeownership is a dream, but it can also be a nightmare of red tape, fees you hadn’t expected, and hurdles you hadn’t counted on if you...

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Lifestyle

Popular Meal Delivery Services at a Glance

With life being so busy – between work/school and family life, it can be easy to fall into a rut in the kitchen. Tired of the same recipes?

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Mortgage 101

The Homebuying Race is On: Get Preapproved to Finish Strong!

Can you make an offer on your next house without a mortgage preapproval? Yes, but your offer is likely to stall if you don’t back it up. In...

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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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Mortgage 101

Can a Person on Government Assistance Get a Home Loan?

Owning a home is part of the American dream, and everyone should have the opportunity no matter who they are. That’s what mortgages are...

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