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Stop us if you’ve heard this one before — real estate is a great investment. Experts extol the tax advantages, the rate of return, and the ability to build wealth. But before you…
Author: Melissa Syphrett
It may come as little surprise that Americans are willing to spend just about any amount of money on their beloved pets. According to the American Pet Producers Associations, Americans…
You are a loyal HGTV viewer, an avid home renovation blog reader, and consider yourself handy by nature. But even still, it can be difficult to decide whether a home project can be DIYed…
Buying your first home is just about the biggest financial decision you’ll make — and it has big implications for your life, too. But this step shouldn’t feel impossible to take,…
It’s often said that kitchens are the heart of the home — but remodeling a kitchen can be quite a big undertaking. According to Houzz, the average kitchen remodel could set you back…
If it feels like home renovations are on the rise, it’s because they are. With inspiration and DIY ideas filling up social feeds, homeowners are more motivated than ever to roll up…
As with any loan type, there are a number of advantages and disadvantages to adjustable rate mortgages. Let’s look at the pros and cons of ARMs and compare them to the benefits and…
Are you thinking about buying a home? Or how about refinancing your mortgage? If either applies to you, then there is a number you should know (and it’s not your credit score — though…