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Finances

Dollars and Sense: Understanding PMI

When you prepare to buy a home, it’s important to look at all of the costs. As it’s likely the most significant investment you’ll make in a...

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Mortgage 101

USDA: Loan Explained

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is a government department divided into 29 agencies. The USDA is dedicated to the...

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Homebuying

5 Signs You’re Ready to Buy a House

Do you fall asleep to the soothing sounds of neighbors stomping across your ceiling? Do you find yourself lost in the fantastical dream of...

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Lifestyle

Home Sweet Homes: International Edition

Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz said it best when she stated, “there’s no place like home.”When you hear the word “house” what comes to...

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Homebuying

Homebuying Prep 101

Buying your first home is a big deal. Not only is it going to be the biggest financial decision of your life so far, but it’s also kind of...

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Lifestyle

The How-To Guide on Family Meal Planning

There are many benefits to planning your family’s meals for the week or the month. It saves you time and money by helping you stick to a...

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Finances

Money, Money, Money! A Primer on Financial Security

Money can be a major source of stress at times, but it doesn’t have to bum you out. Ask yourself: are you the master of your money or is...

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Lifestyle

Cover Your Ground: 7 Curb Appeal Ideas for Your Yard

When it comes to curb appeal, most people think of bright green yards, flowers in every color of the rainbow, and cute front porch...

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Mortgage 101

When to Apply For a Mortgage

Time is of the essence. This saying is extra-true for real estate transactions. In today’s market, buyers should be ready to make an offer...

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Homebuying

Short Sale: A Short-Sighted Move?

Despite its name, a short sale has nothing to do with height. Instead, such a transaction is a means to take a property off the market...

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