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Renovation Staycation: Make the Most of a Reno-Retreat

Planning a home renovation? Some remodeling projects can transform your house in just one week, check out our five tips for a perfect renovation staycation.

May 7, 2019

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Renovation Staycation: Make the Most of a Reno-Retreat
Renovation Staycation: Make the Most of a Reno-Retreat

Planning a home renovation? Some remodeling projects can transform your house in just one week, check out our five tips for a perfect renovation staycation.

May 7, 2019

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Seeing Green: How to Increase Your Curb Appeal
Seeing Green: How to Increase Your Curb Appeal

Increasing your curb appeal by updating your landscaping, adding an outdoor feature like a pergola, or upgrading your shutters can help add value to your home.

April 22, 2019

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The Burbs are Back: Homebuyers are Looking to the Suburbs
The Burbs are Back: Homebuyers are Looking to the Suburbs

Homebuyers are choosing the suburbs; moving to neighborhoods outside of major metropolitan areas for more space and value for the home’s list price.

April 16, 2019

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Down Payment Savings Tips
Down Payment Savings Tips

Learn how to create a savings plan and find the down payment assistance you need. A great read for first-time homebuyers.

April 4, 2019

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What Is Enterprise Paid Mortgage Insurance (EPMI)?
What Is Enterprise Paid Mortgage Insurance (EPMI)?

Learn about the new mortgage insurance option EPMI, including comparisons with MI and LPMI loans.

February 14, 2019

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4 Tips for Paying Off Your Mortgage Faster
4 Tips for Paying Off Your Mortgage Faster

Pay off your mortgage sooner. You could save tens of thousands of dollars, own your home earlier, and pay less in loan interest.

January 14, 2019

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All About Easements: How They Affect Your Property
All About Easements: How They Affect Your Property

Easements allow others to use your property in a very specific way. Learn how the different types of easements can impact your property’s use and value.

December 19, 2018

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PITI: Understanding Your Mortgage Payments
PITI: Understanding Your Mortgage Payments

Learn about the various factors that make up a mortgage payment, including the components that constitute your PITI, and how to calculate your payment amounts.

October 31, 2018

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Housing Market Predictions: 2019 and Beyond
Housing Market Predictions: 2019 and Beyond

How likely is another housing market crash? Get insights and predictions from real estate and financial experts on the health of the market in 2019 and beyond.

October 28, 2018

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Your Financial Check-Up: 7 Things to Evaluate
Your Financial Check-Up: 7 Things to Evaluate

An annual review of your assets and liabilities helps keep your financial health in tip top condition and can alert you to any potential money issues or allow you to discover new savings.

September 21, 2018

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