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Homebuying

Do FHA Loans Have Closing Costs?

For first-time homebuyers or buyers with low-to-moderate income or credit, an FHA loan is an excellent option.

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Homebuying

How to Budget for a House While You're Still Renting

The housing market is challenging these days, especially for first-time homebuyers. Real estate prices are high, but so is rent. How can...

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Refinancing

Should You Take Equity Out of Your Home?

With the unexpected nature of life, there may come a time when you find you need some extra cash but simply don’t have it lying around....

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Lifestyle

10 Must-Have Tools for Your DIY Dreams

Ready to tackle your dream DIY projects? Start every job strong with a toolkit that’s tailored to your creative vision(s). When you invest...

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Homebuying

Benefits of a VA Loan

Are you among the roughly 18 million Americans, or about 7 percent of the adult population who are veterans? The government acknowledges...

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Lifestyle

Outdoor Summer Concert Essentials

We love a good outdoor concert here at Ruoff. (Hello, summer bucket list!) Then again, we’re biased, as our name is on the largest...

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Lifestyle

3 Must-Take Daytrips for Music Lovers

Hit the road this summer and check out three cities with a whole lot of summer fun to offer: Indianapolis (Indiana), Bristow (Virginia),...

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Lifestyle

Ways to Upgrade Your Home on a Budget

After spending the last two years so close to home, who isn’t ready for an upgrade?

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Finances

How Can I Raise My Credit Score in a Month?

Put simply, your credit score can open up doors or create roadblocks. So, what do you if you’re on a tight timeline and need to raise your...

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Homebuying

How Can I Get Money for a Down Payment?

Many homeowners will say that saving up for the down payment is the hardest part of the home-buying process. To avoid paying Private...

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