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Many consumers shop for home insurance policies once and then forget about it. Outdated assumptions about…

Spring is here and it’s time to get out in your garden. But there’s so much to buy—and it can add up…

Home improvement season is here! If you’re hiring a company to make improvements on your home this…

You don’t need to spend a fortune to give your house a new look this spring. Read on for a list of…

If you’re a looking for first-time apartment tips, you may be feeling a little lost and somewhat overwhelmed. Take…

As a homeowner, you know you need to prepare your home for the upcoming cold weather, but where do you start? Keep…

If you’re in the process of applying for a mortgage, you may be asking yourself—why does my mortgage lender need to…

As a homeowner, you’d probably love to lower your monthly mortgage payment. Refinancing your home loan is one way…

You can cut your energy costs this summer by making your home smarter. Check out the energy-smart ideas below to…

If you’re looking to sell your home and start over somewhere else, you’ll likely want to see that sale happen as…

The only thing certain about today’s economy is that it is uncertain. Fortunately, you don’t have to give up on the…

Winter has plenty of opportunities for fun in the great outdoors. But for those days when it’s just too cold to be…

Ecologists are always searching for ways to save our environment. Focusing on energy-efficient appliances is one…

Are you a renter thinking about buying your first house? Making the decision to buy your first home is a big step…

Everyone dreams of owning their own place, but how do you know when you’re ready to buy a home of your own? With…

Contemplating a move? Undoubtedly the first question on your mind is “What is my home’s value?” From online…

Many home owners at one point or another ask themselves “What is a Reverse Mortgage?” While not for everyone, a…

If you’re thinking of buying a new home, it’s time to start saving for a down payment. A solid down payment makes…

For most, one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make is deciding whether to rent or buy a home. Not an…

“When should I refinance my home?” is a very common question, quickly followed by “How do I refinance my home?” …

Trying to find the ideal home…in the perfect location? While finding a new neighborhood may sound daunting at first…

Owning a home is an exciting but expensive part of life and not only because of the monthly mortgage payments. A…

Calculating property taxes is an important part of understanding the costs of home ownership. The bad news?…

Perhaps you’d like to take out a loan against your home’s equity, but have heard interest rates are expected to…