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Learning how to keep pipes from freezing is one of those essential homeowner skills you definitely don't want to overlook. The post How To Keep Pipes From Freezing: 5 Essential Steps To Take Th...
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A savvy mortgage broker will help you bring your A-game to the home-buying table—but only if you know how to use them to your advantage. The post 5 Things Your Mortgage Broker Wishes You Knew...
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One issue puts home inspectors on red alert more than any other. Address it now, and you'll save yourself stress—and thousands of dollars in repairs. The post This Might Be the Scariest Probl...
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Whether a mortgage broker is right for you depends on your personal preferences, as well as a whole slew of pros and cons. Here are the main pros and cons to consider. The post Do You Need a Mo...
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A home inspector can make or break a sale for both sellers and buyers. It's why the home inspection process can be somewhat terrifying! The post 7 Things Your Home Inspector Wishes You Knew ap...
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If you'd like to invest in property by buying a home and renting it out, there's one question you're probably wondering: "What is cap rate in real estate?" The post What Is Cap Rate in Real Est...
Home appraisals are a piece of the selling process where you may have to let go of the reins. But here are some things sellers can do to smooth the way. The post Home Appraisals 101: 5 Things A...
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Buying a vacation home is rarely your first step to home ownership. Avoid these pitfalls and you'll soon be on the road to vacation home heaven. The post Buying a Vacation Home to Make Some Cas...
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Think all-cash home buyers always have the edge over buyers with mortgages? Think again. Here’s how you can beat all-cash buyers and get your dream home. The post Yes, You Can Compete With Al...
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Looking for gallery wall ideas? Hanging a gallery wall—those sections hung with multiple pieces of art, like in a museum—can be tricky. The post Are Gallery Walls Over? Not if You Want to B...
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You don't have to let pool maintenance diminish your summer-sunshine glee. You just have to make it easier on yourself. Here are seven tips how. The post 7 Pool Maintenance Tips to Know as You ...
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The very things you love about a home—such as a pool or multiple stories—can turn off future buyers down the road. Here are seven features to watch for. The post 7 Awesome Features That Mig...
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Wondering how to choose a Realtor®? Heed this advice to find a Realtor who can help you find your dream home and save you money! The post How to Pick a Real Estate Agent When You’re Ready to...
Wondering how to improve your credit score? If you're going to get a mortgage (and let's face it, most homebuyers do), you'll likely need to. The post First-Time Home Buyer? Here’s How to Imp...
When you're wondering how to save money for a house, it can start to feel like you'll never scrape together enough for a down payment. The post Buying Your First House? Here’s How to Save Mon...
A home inspection can be a terrifying process to new buyers, but they are crucial. The inspection exists to protect you from a very bad deal. The post What First-Time Buyers Must Know About Hom...
Keep your eyes open! Here's what to look for on your last walk-through of the house before the sellers hand over the keys. The post What to Watch for on Your Final Walk-Through of a Home appea...
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Closing costs are the array of fees entailed with the purchase of your home. Here's what to watch out for with your closing costs. The post Down Payment Covered? Don’t Forget About Pesky Clos...
You're ready to move in to your brand-new home—but before you do, check these expert tips to make sure the process goes smoothly. The post Make the Move Into Your New Home As Painless As Poss...
Even though you're close to purchasing a home you love, the home appraisal process is a key step to ensuring you make a solid deal. The post The Home Appraisal Process: What Homebuyers Need to ...
How much home can you afford? Knowing you want to buy a home is one thing. Knowing what you can pay for a home is quite another. The post How Much House Can You Afford? Dissecting the Numbers...
You've done your research, saved up for a down payment, and found a Realtor you adore. Now it's time for the real work to start: Picking a house. The post How To Pick a New Home You’ll Absolu...
Ready to make an offer on your dream home? We have advice from real estate agents on how to negotiate with a seller to get the best deal. The post Making an Offer On a New Home: Real Tips From ...
Securing a mortgage is perhaps the most intimidating and seemingly daunting step in the home buying journey. How do you pull it off? The post Get a Home Loan: Beginner Tips For Securing a Mortg...
Most common kitchen design mistakes can be easily fixed. But it's much easier—and cheaper—to plan correctly from the start. The post 9 Things Everyone Forgets When Renovating Their Kitchen ...
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Need to know how to calculate property tax? It depends on your home and where you live. Here's how to calculate property taxes. The post How To Calculate Property Tax: What Homeowners Should Kn...
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Is your HOA breaking the law? Homeowners associations can institute some ridiculous rules—and some of them can even cross the legal line. The post HOA Ruining Your Life? 8 Unenforceable HOA R...
Wondering how to make a small room look bigger? One easy way to create the illusion of space is to carefully choose the color of paint on your walls. The post How to Make a Small Room Look Bigg...
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Are you a first-time homebuyer wondering how to improve your credit score? If you need a mortgage, a good FICO score is crucial—and something you control. The post How To Boost Your Credit Sc...
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