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Lifestyle

Get Outside: Budget-Friendly Backyard Fun

There’s plenty of summer weather left to take in. We suggest an afternoon or evening of backyard family fun to create memories that will...

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Homebuying

Can You Buy a House with Student Loan Debt?

This is a question many college-educated people are asking because people are carrying so much debt. Student Loan Hero quotes “Americans...

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Lifestyle

House to Home in 10 Easy Steps

Finally, you’re all moved into your new home. You’re slowly, but surely, unpacking all of your boxes (wondering why in the world you’ve...

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Homebuying

Why You Should Buy a Lake House

If you’re reading this, you probably like the idea of owning a lake home. Ruoff Home Mortgage, also likes the idea of you owning a lake...

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Homebuying

The Social Benefits of Homeownership

Your house is a property. Your house is a wealth-building asset. But first and foremost, your house must be a home. Without that feeling of...

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Finances

3 Ways Money Can Affect Your Relationships

Like it or not, money can be an emotionally charged topic. It can spill over into healthy relationships and sour them if not addressed...

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Mortgage 101

Tips to Avoid Nightmares when Applying for a Mortgage

We’ve all heard the horror stories... those of hard-working people who saved, scraped and scrambled to prepare to purchase their dream...

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Lifestyle

DIY Decorating Projects

Decorating your home can be daunting, not to mention expensive. Whether it’s a new-to-you home, or an update of your existing home, there...

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Lifestyle

5 Parenting Hacks to get Your Kids to do their Chores

Some of the parenting books will tell you that intrinsic motivation is all that kids need to get their chores done. Just give them a list...

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Mortgage 101

Understanding Your Purchase Agreement

A purchase agreement is a legal offer to buy a property. In most cases, your realtor will author this for you (purchase agreements can be...

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