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Credit Karma
For many of you, the thought of buying a home raises some financial concerns such as getting pre-approved and affording the down payment. Getting pre-approved is often based off your debt-to-income ratio, your credit score, work history, etc. Take note, that just because you pay everything on time, doesn’t necessarily mean that your credit score…
It’s Time!
As you look outside, you see more snow falling and you feel the temperature getting colder every day. You’re concerned with cleaning off your car and getting shoveled out; buying a home may not have even crossed your mind. Many argue that spring is the best time to find your dream home, but if you…
How to Choose the Right Real Estate Agent
Buying or selling your home can be emotional endeavor, but with the help of a dedicated and dependable real estate agent, it can be an enjoyable and peaceful process. There are many aspects that you must consider when trying to choose the agent that is right for you. By following some of these simple guidelines,…
Get the Most Out of Your Home with Tax Deductions
Tax season is here and now it is time for you to get the most out of all the hard work you contributed last year. If you’re a current homeowner, I have some good news for you; tax breaks are available. You can deduct many home-related expenses, but make sure to consult with a tax…
Fall in Love with your Home!
Love is in the air this February so let’s rekindle the love and romance you share for your home. Ask yourself these questions: Do you feel at ease when you go home? Does the appearance of your house put a smile on your face? If you are feeling a little down with your home, we…
10 Ways To Clean Your House Using A Lemon
Freshen your garbage disposal When life gives you lemons, grab the salt and scrub-a-dub-dub. The common household fruit is the ultimate, all-natural cleaning agent. Lemons not only deodorize the house with a zesty fragrance, but they also dissolve dirt and act as an antibacterial solution, thanks to a high level of citric acid. Whether you’re…
Quick Fixes
These days everyone has a hectic schedule. Between work, family, household chores, and social functions it can be hard to get everything done. Those small tasks around the house can easily get pushed to the bottom of your to-do list. Believe it or not, most of them can be done in under an hour! Don’t…
The Scoop on Gas Fireplaces
There is nothing better than a warm, roaring fire on a cold winter’s night, except a warm, roaring fire that does not need tending and requires minimal clean-up! This is what a gas fireplace can bring to your home. The models available today are more realistic and a lot more efficient than models in the…
Being a Good Neighbor
Ask yourself, ”Am I a good neighbor”? Good neighbors are important. Living in a neighborhood where you feel safe and connected can impact your level of happiness and even reduce stress. You may not be able to change your neighborhood, but you can certainly change the experience you have in your neighborhood by getting out…
Winter’s Wrath
If you have been impacted by the current arctic temperatures, or if you live in an area frequently hit by winter storms, this article is for you! While you can’t change the weather, you can minimize some of winter’s biggest threats to your home. Here are a few suggestions to help avoid potentially expensive…
Wrapping Up Your Home for the Holidays
In the movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” Clark Griswold may have gone a little overboard with his Christmas lights, but if he was selling his house, he may have had the right idea. “Great decorations really set the tone for the holidays, a time when you can showcase your home in a different way to…
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