The Porch

The Keys to Homeownership

Background with awesome gradient

Latest Articles

Mortgage 101

How Does an Appraisal Affect a Mortgage?

So you made an offer on a house, the seller accepted, and now, like nearly half of all Americans, you need a mortgage to make that house...

Read more
Lifestyle

How To Celebrate Arbor Day This Year

Don’t worry, you didn’t miss it! Something big did happen on April 22, but that was Earth Day. Arbor Day happens later, and the exact date...

Read more
Finances

7 Mistakes To Avoid When Paying Off Debt

Getting rid of debt is crucial for a happy life. There are different situations that make people dive into debts to banks, friends,...

Read more
Lifestyle

7 Kitchen Tool Essentials

The pandemic has modified our lifestyles on multiple levels. For instance, over the last year Americans have spent more time at home and in...

Read more
Lifestyle

Must-Haves for the Home Office

The home office – that emptied closet or spare room or dusty corner turned workspace – wherever your daily grind is taking place these...

Read more
Homebuying

This College Housing Alternative Could Be a Money-Maker

College life changed in 2020. The COVID pandemic forced students into remote learning scenarios all over the United States. As such, a...

Read more
Lifestyle

Defining a Healthy Approach to Caregiving

The 65-and-older population grew by over a third (34.2% or 13,787,044) during the past decade, and by 3.2% (1,688,924) from 2018 to 2019....

Read more
Refinancing

What Type of Loan Is Best For Home Improvements?

Are you planning a major home improvement this year? Good call! Your home may be your biggest investment, plus you spend most of your time...

Read more
Lifestyle

Plaster vs. Drywall: Know Your Options

If you plan to do a remodel or pursue new construction, you’d be wise to brush up on a few important details. There’s no shortage of...

Read more
Finances

Best Online Tax Services

Did you wait until right now to think about your yearly tax filing? If so, you may have called a tax professional only to discover that...

Read more