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2,
2016
They say that the only thing certain in life is change. When your life circumstances change, here are five reasons you may want to consider refinancing your mortgage: To obtain a lower interest rate One of the most common reasons to refinance your mortgage is to secure a lower interest rate. Reducing your interest rate […]
1,
2016
Home ownership can bring tremendous joy to you and your loved ones. But it also takes hard work (and money) to protect your home from harsh weather, sun damage, and general wear and tear. Here are some low-maintenance upgrades that reduce time fixing your home, and give you more time to enjoy it. Metal Roofs […]
31,
2016
Halloween is bigger than ever in the USA. In fact, the National Retail Federation predicts that for Halloween 2016, Americans will spend $8.4 billion (including $3.1 billion on costumes and $2.5 billion on candy). This come out to $82 dollars per person! And while it’s hard not to love a night where you can eat as […]
26,
2016
23,
2016
Winter is coming. And for preventing expensive home repairs caused by cold winter weather, fall is the time to take action. Here are some simple things you can do to prepare your home’s outside (and your home goods) for winter. Properly store your lawn mower In most of the US, you won’t have to mow […]
22,
2016
An unforeseen event (and cost) we should all prepare for is natural disasters. Whether you’re retired in Florida or Michigan, it’s critical to be prepared for unexpected natural disasters, such as fires, tornadoes, floods, earthquakes, and power outages. An emergency kit can help you be ready for the unexpected One of the best and easiest […]
21,
2016
Thinking about buying your first home? Congratulations! Open Mortgage can work with you every step of this empowering and life-changing process. If you’re like most people, you’ll need a mortgage to purchase your first home. A mortgage is a loan from a bank or mortgage lender that helps you finance your home purchase. But before […]
20,
2016
If you’re retired, your home’s layout, features, and location play an important part of your life. And if you’re still living in the home where you raised your children, the home may no longer be ideal for your lifestyle and circumstances. For example, it may be too large, have stairs that are difficult to walk […]
19,
2016
There are many requirements and steps to obtain a mortgage, and the process can feel intimidating whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or seasoned veteran. To make the mortgage approval process easier to understand (and to help you prepare), here is a guideline of the steps. The guideline is meant to be taken as a general […]
4,
2016
Seniors are living longer than ever, a trend that’s expected to continue in decades ahead. In fact, a recent report from the National Center for Health Statistics found that a 65-year-old American can expect to live to the age of 84.3—or for 19 years past the age of retirement Because seniors are living longer, they […]
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