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Home Selling

Why You Should Have a Realtor when Selling a Home

Selling a home is a big deal. Just making the decision to sell is a big deal. Now that you’re moving on to greener pastures, it’s time to...

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Finances

You're a Rockstar! You've Earned a Stellar Credit Score... Now What?

If you're reading this blog, you probably already know what the term "credit score" means, so we won't bore you with the details. (If...

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Homebuying

What You Need to Know When Buying a House in a Seller's Market

Real estate continues to be a “seller’s market” this year. What does that mean? Inventory is low, home prices are trending upward, and...

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Homebuying

Don't Bite Off More Than You Can Chew: How to Find a Home that Fits Your Taste

Finding a property that takes into account your lifestyle, location preferences and budget can be no small undertaking. Buyers must know...

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Homebuying

What is the Difference Between a Home Appraisal and an Inspection?

Are you shopping for a home or considering your options? If so, you will come across the terms home appraisal and home inspection. Some...

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Lifestyle

8 Steps to a Clean and Organized Garage (And only 6 are mandatory)

Clutter has a way of sneaking up on us, and garages are notorious for becoming catchalls for the little treasures we just don’t know what...

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Lifestyle

Garden Starter: Raise Your Odds

If you are new to gardening, you’re probably craving a little success — some small, green or blooming sign that you can, in fact, do this....

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Lifestyle

One-Day Home Improvement Projects Just in Time for Mother's Day

It’s Mother’s Day again. Mom gets flowers, maybe you put them in a vase, maybe in a planter. A store-bought greeting card and some...

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Lifestyle

17+ Tips and Tricks for a Successful Move

Moving is a monumental task, especially if you’ve lived in your current place a long time and have accumulated a lot of stuff. The earlier...

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Homebuying

Things College Graduates Should Do Before Buying a House

FREEEEEDOM!!! Your hard work has finally paid-off. After years of studying, homework, tests, part-time jobs (or maybe full-time if you’re a...

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