Do you know these mortgage terms?
Apr 13, 2021The mortgage process can often be a confusing one — whether you’ve bought a home before or not. There’s a lot of prep work and moving parts, and most of the terminology is unfamiliar to…
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Considerations for Paying Off Your Home
Mar 25, 2021Paying off your mortgage might seem like a dream come true: no more payments, no more interest and owning your house in full. Who wouldn’t want all of that? While those are undoubtedly big perks,…
What goes into your credit score?
Mar 11, 2021When you’re applying for a mortgage, you know that your credit score plays a big role in your approval — and it can affect your interest rate too. But do you know how your score…
5 Quick Tips for Dazzling Curb Appeal
Sep 04, 2019Take a good look at your home’s exterior. Does it give the first impression you want to make? What could you do better to improve the look — and maybe value — of your property?…
4 Ways to Finance Home Improvements
Aug 26, 2019Owning a home is a dream come true. But the costs of homeownership can sometimes feel like a challenge. So where does that leave you if you’re hoping to expand your square footage, replace appliances…
What’s included in a mortgage payment?
Jul 31, 2019If you’re buying your first home, it might seem like going from paying rent to paying a mortgage is merely switching out one monthly bill for another. But rents and mortgages differ on a couple…
Need Money? Equity May Be the Answer
Jul 24, 2019As a homeowner, your equity is your secret weapon. With every mortgage payment you make, your stake in the home grows — and so does your equity. When your equity stake is large enough, it…
Get a Fresh Look With a New Backsplash
Jun 28, 2019Your kitchen is the heart and soul of your home. After all, it’s the place where countless memories are made alongside family and friends. So it’s worth making your kitchen a welcoming, appealing space. One…
WHAT TO DO WITH MATERIALS AFTER RENOVATION
Jun 12, 2019You’ve finally renovated that ancient bathroom of yours, and it’s just what you imagined — beautiful, trendy, sophisticated and welcoming. Now you’re faced with a decision: What do you do with your old stuff —…
Open Houses: Put Your Best Foot Forward
May 29, 2019Attending an open house can be a great way to tour an available property, decide what you like and scope out the local competition. Who knows? It might even lead you to a great buyer’s…