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Cooler temperatures can add lots of little items to your to-do list: dropping the heavy comforters at the dry cleaners, taking an inventory of your baking supplies, and making sure your family has all the cold-weather gear they need to get through the winter. There’s one more thing to add to your winter prep —… Continue Reading Stay Warm Safely When Cooler Weather Arrives
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2019
The fall season is quickly approaching, and shifts in temperatures and weather patterns come along with it. Now is the time to weatherproof your home for a comfortable autumn and winter. Prepare to combat cold temperatures As things begin to cool down outdoors, it’s important to make sure your home will keep you warm. Ensure… Continue Reading Welcome Fall with These Tips to Protect your Home
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2019
As you determine the budget for your home purchase, you may have factored in your monthly mortgage payments, PMI, and homeowners insurance, but there is another important element to keep in mind: property taxes. How your tax bill is determined A tax assessor may use several factors to determine a property’s taxable value, including comparable… Continue Reading Understanding Your Property Tax Bill Before You Buy
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2019
One of the benefits of buying a home is the potential to see your investment in the property grow over time. An upward trend in the value of the home will certainly help, but to increase the possibility of a return on the investment, you want to begin building equity, and one potential obstacle to… Continue Reading Negative Amortization: What It Is and How To Avoid It
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2019
When a natural disaster like a flood, hurricane, or wildfire hits your home, it can be difficult to know where to begin on the path to recovery. What happens to your mortgage if your house is destroyed or you can’t make your payments? The first step is to notify your lender or loan servicer as… Continue Reading How Can I Avoid Foreclosure After a Natural Disaster?
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2019
Buying a home can be a big step up the ladder toward financial security. But after sharpening your money management skills on your way to mortgage, what can you do to make sure you stay on a positive path? One smart place to focus your attention is on growing your home equity. And a simple… Continue Reading 3 Habits to Help You Grow Your Home Equity
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2019
With the temperatures rising and summer months just around the corner, the cool convenience of a backyard swimming pool starts to look very tempting. Of course, pools can come with a hefty price tag, so it’s best to consider your options carefully before diving into a big project. Enjoy A Deep Discount Before you start… Continue Reading Smart Ways To Take The Leap of Adding A Backyard Pool
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2019
When spring is in full swing, it can feel like there just isn’t enough time in the day to get everything done (even with the precious extra sunlight). The good news is, it’s a great time to make long-term home improvements that will save you plenty of time and won’t break the bank. Even better,… Continue Reading These Time-Saving Home Upgrades Could Be Game Changers
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2019
After surviving the stresses of a home search, completing the checklist for a successful closing, and managing the logistics of moving, you’ve finally reached the end of the process, right? Well, almost. While self-congratulations are certainly in order, there’s one more step you don’t want to overlook. Fortunately, its simplicity and cost-saving results provide ample… Continue Reading Homestead Exemptions Can Be A Simple Step To Savings
