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Home Improvement Tips, Ideas & Podcasts
Whether you are a serial renovator or just looking to buy a home, find out the best ways to secure home loans & insurance for your home
In a housing market where inventory is low and demand high, you could have buyers lining up to make you an offer. However, closing a deal could hinge on the result of your appraisal. If it comes in too low, you might have trouble finalizing a sale. The good news is that a lower-than-expected appraisal …
If you’re looking to secure a loan – whether it’s personal or for your business – having a healthy credit score will play a big role in the process. Having a strong credit history makes you a more suitable candidate to receive outside financing as it demonstrates your ability to make payments on time. If …
If you live in a home with a fireplace, you probably look forward to using it during the holiday season. Who doesn’t love curling up in front of a crackling fire with a cozy blanket and hot cup of cocoa? But while you’re mimicking scenes from your favorite holiday movie, your fireplace can pose a …
When it comes to homeowners insurance, it’s easy to set it and forget it. After all, most consumers only think about insurance when they’re getting a filing a claim or scoring homeowner insurance discounts when it’s time for a new policy. But if you take that approach, you could be leaving money on the table. Most …
Purchasing a house is a life-changing event. It shows you’re ready to settle down and commit to long-term responsibilities. When you apply for a home loan, it’s important to take your time and choose the right mortgage deal. That said, mortgage budgeting does not end once you move into your house. Most homebuyers need to …
It’s a thrilling time for first-time homeowners when they discover their offer has been accepted on a new home, especially if …
Spring showers are a welcomed indicator that warmer weather and greener pastures are on the horizon — unless they’re …
Upgrading your kitchen is an investment that can pay off in multiple ways. Not only can homeowners recoup a decent amount of …
The U.S. is experiencing a boom in remodeling. Home improvement and repair spending has grown nearly 13% over the past two years …
From a job loss to a surprise hot water heater repair, a dedicated emergency fund equips you to handle unexpected and emergency …
If a disaster strikes your home, your insurance company will ask you for a list of personal property that’s been damaged. These …
Uncertainties are a fact of life. There’s no way of telling for sure what the future holds. One day everything’s …
Qualifying for a mortgage can be a challenge for first-time buyers. By having a cosigner, a borrower may qualify sooner or for …
Now more than ever, people want to get the most for their home improvement dollar. There are definitely great deals to be had, …
If you’ve started a home renovation project, you probably know how difficult it can be to finance. Even if you set aside a …
Have you been sitting on a laundry list of home improvement projects? Home renovations, of any sort, can add significant value …
For many homeowners, it starts happening almost as soon as you sign the mortgage: a downed tree limb scuffing up the deck here, …
All signs indicate that we’ve firmly entered into a sharing economy. From rideshare services to coworking spaces, peer-to-peer …
When you’re struggling to pay down debt, it can be difficult to consider any other financial obligations. If you’re a homeowner, …
Pets are a part of life in the U.S. — more than half of all households own one, according to the American Veterinary Medical …
Whether you’ve lived in your house for five months or five years, chances are that you have a few maintenance tasks to …
The number of renters is on the rise, according to the Pew Research Center, increasing from 31.2% in 2006 to 36.6% in 2016. …
If you’re planning to buy a home, you’re likely curious about how much the insurance is going to cost. While home …
Most homeowners are familiar with homeowners insurance policies. Although not a legal requirement like auto insurance, most …
We know that buying in bulk at the grocery store is a sure-fire way to see a smaller number at the cash register. We look for …
As spring and summer roll in, it’s time to start tackling the home improvement projects you’ve been thinking about …
It’s never good news to have to file a major insurance claim on your home. There is a myriad of things this could be. For …
Home improvement loans and other ways to finance home improvement projects, including store credit and home equity loans and …
Learn the most important steps to take when filing a homeowners insurance claim to make sure you receive the homeowners …
