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Mortgage 101

21 Terms You Need to Know to Buy A House

The mortgage and real estate industries are full of terms we rarely hear in everyday life. Below are the most commonly used words and...

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Homebuying

Preparing Your Finances For Your Next House

Buying a home is an expensive proposition. Down payments and closing costs can easily run into the tens of thousands of dollars — and that...

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Homebuying

Buying a Foreclosure

tumbling upon a foreclosure may feel like a lucky break when looking for a home, but it’s important to make sure your lucky break doesn’t...

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Lifestyle

When You Need More Home Office Space, These Tips Can Help

Thinking of starting a new home business? Or growing an existing one? If either of these apply to you, it may be time to carve out more...

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Lifestyle

Deck the Halls: Exterior Edition

Getting your living room ready for the holiday season is fun, but why not extend the fun to your exterior? If you have a front porch or...

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Lifestyle

A Home Spa Day Fit for A Queen or King

Stressed? Overwhelmed? It might be time for a break. This year has done a number on a lot of people’s mental health. That’s why carving out...

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Lifestyle

The Importance of Creating Family Traditions at Home

With another round of shut downs churning in the rumor mill, people around the country are wondering what the holidays will look like this...

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Homebuying

Is a Gated Community Right for You?

You might have seen them glamorized on TV, but gated communities aren’t just for the rich and famous. Such a neighborhood is simply a...

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Lifestyle

6 Tips For Incorporating Nature In Your Home’s Interior Design

Nature is known for helping to create a calming and peaceful atmosphere, so incorporating it into your home’s interior design can help to...

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Lifestyle

5 Tips on Gutter Cleaning

Gutters play an important role keeping the house safe by diverting water away from the roof. Diverting water helps prevent structural...

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