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Save Or Pay? Which Route Should You Choose

Published April 4, 2021

The balancing act between paying more than the minimum payment to rid yourself of debts and building solid savings can be a difficult one for some. Here are some things to consider when making this decision.

Mortgage Interest Deductions 101

Published March 28, 2021

Purchasing a home comes with many tangible and intangible benefits. One that is commonly overlooked until the start of the year rolls around is the deductions you get on your taxes.

Put More Money In Your Pocket Each Month

Published March 21, 2021

Reviewing your monthly expenses once a year is a great practice to get into. As you look at your monthly budget, you will find some expenses that are fixed, like your rent or mortgage, car payments, and child care expenses.

7 Essential Steps to Buying a Home

Published March 21, 2021

You’ve decided to buy a home and you couldn’t be more excited. It truly is a thrilling experience and a big step toward the next chapter in your life. However, a lot is involved in the home buying process, and it’s important to learn about or refresh your knowledge of what to expect before you dive in headfirst. To help, here are seven of the most essential steps you will need to take when buying your first (or next) home.

Tips To Light Your Home

Published March 14, 2021

Lighting is such a crucial aspect of your home and can affect the ambiance, energy, and vibe in each room. However, sifting through the various styles, bulbs, and placement options can feel overwhelming. Here are a few tips to get you started!

Common Home Issues Inspectors Uncover

Published March 8, 2021

Before finalizing your home purchase, one crucial step in the process is the home inspection, during which a licensed inspector looks at the structure, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and more. Here are 5 common home issues inspectors keep an eye out for.

Tips for Relocating to Start a Home Business

Published March 1, 2021

Starting a home-based business is an exciting venture, but there are quite a few things to consider. Do you have enough space in your current home? Are there too many distractions for you to be productive? Will you need more privacy from your personal living space? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions, you may need to consider moving so that your new business has the best chance of success.

Grocery Shopping On A Budget

Published February 28, 2021

As a homeowner, it’s never a bad idea to look at different ways to cut costs and one of the easiest areas to tweak is your grocery budget. Take a look at these tips to help you tighten it up.

State Of The National Real Estate Market

Published February 22, 2021

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the real estate market continues to trend upward. According to analytics firm CoreLogic, in November, home prices were up 8.2% year over year. Interestingly, Idaho (15.7%), Maine (15.4%), and Indiana (13.6%) were the states with the highest increases.

Your Guide To Recycling

Published February 15, 2021

Recycling has a positive impact on the environment for many reasons. It helps conserve natural resources, prevent waste from piling up in landfills, and protect nature.