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Is It Better to Build or Buy a House?

The median sale price of a home in the United States has steadily risen over the past year. According to numbers from the Department of Housing and Urban Development, the average “sold” […]

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Money Management 5 min read
Land, Lumber & Labor: How the One-Time Close Construction Loan Does It All

Depending on market conditions, you may have trouble finding a home that checks all of your boxes. Sometimes there aren’t enough homes available in your area, sometimes there’s nothing in your budget, […]

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Home & Garden 4 min read
DIY Home Renovations on a Budget

DIY home renovations can be a lot to take on. They don’t have to be a lot for your budget, though. As you start making your DIY budget, consider our top five […]

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Purchase 6 min read
What To Expect When Building a Home

So, you want to build your own home, huh? Congratulations! Whether you’re a first-time buyer or someone who’s getting around to building the custom home you’ve been dreaming of your whole life, […]

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Purchase 5 min read
Your 10-Step Final Walkthrough Checklist

Buying a home involves a lot of legally required steps, but the steps that aren’t required can be just as important. Case in point: your final walkthrough checklist. About 24 hours before […]

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Purchase 7 min read
Do Student Loans Affect Buying a House?

If you’re sick of substantial rent bumps, or thinking about adding a few new family members (fur babies included), you may be exploring the idea of purchasing a home. That said, for […]

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Home & Garden 5 min read
The Essential 8-Step Home Babyproofing Checklist

You may not be able to 100% babyproof your home, but a babyproofing checklist definitely won’t hurt. The good news is that you really don’t need to worry about incorporating these changes […]

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Mortgage Market 4 min read
Sell Your Home Successfully with Professional Real Estate Photos

Professional real estate photos can help a home sell faster and for more money. First impressions are everything, and a picture is worth a thousand words. These old adages ring especially true […]

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Purchase 5 min read
How to Get Rid of MIP on an FHA Loan

We’ve got good news and bad news when it comes to getting rid of MIP (mortgage insurance premiums) on an FHA loan. So, let’s get the latter out of the way first: […]

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Home & Garden 5 min read
Ten 2023 Interior Design Trends to Try in Your Home

Homeownership is known for its long-term benefits, but that doesn’t mean you can’t embrace changing trends and mix up your decor anytime you feel like it. If you’re looking for home decor […]

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