Social media has gradually invaded every area of life for baby boomers and Generation X. For the upcoming Millennial generation, however, technology has been in their lives for as long as they can remember. Younger Millennials were interacting with their parents’ smartphones when they were still in elementary school and texting by the time they […]
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When it comes to booming cities in the US, the south is taking over – more specifically, Texas. In fact, three of the top 5 cities with the fastest population growth are located in the southern state. While obvious central metropolises like New York City and San Francisco still continue to experience growth year after […]
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To sell a home quick, real estate agents will often recommend higher-income clients hire a home stager. The stager comes into a home, removes extra furniture, and makes aesthetic changes that make the home easier to sell. The end result is the type of home you’ll normally see on HGTV or in a home-decorating magazine. […]
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On the prowl for new digs? Before you sign on the dotted line, you’re going to want to have a chance or two to scope out a few places in detail first. That means you’ll either want to schedule a private showing, or visit an open house. But which route should you take to find […]
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Mistakes on credit reports aren’t exactly out of the ordinary. In fact, they’re actually pretty common. According to a study from the Federal Trade Commission, one in four consumer credit reports have mistakes on them, ranging from minor to serious. Don’t just assume that the credit bureaus never make mistakes. It’s always a good idea […]
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As the real estate market picks up, almost everyone knows someone in the process of buying a house. Once the boxes are unpacked and the place starts to feel like home, it’s only natural to start planning a housewarming party. Tradition advises attendees to arrive with items like bread, salt, and wine, but many of […]
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Over the life of a mortgage, it’s typical that at some point home owners will have to renew at a higher rate when mortgage terms come due. But for the past few years, homebuyers and owners have been able to take advantage of the lowest mortgage rates in history. Of course, this extended low interest […]
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While some people are really good at keeping plants healthy and happy, others are unfortunately just as good at killing them. We all have good intentions when we bring a plant home, but without learning a little about them, their demise is virtually inevitable. There are a few things you might be doing to cut […]
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No home is perfect. Even after buying a brand new home, homeowners often see things they’d like to change. Fortunately, if they stay in those homes for a while, they’ll likely make a few upgrades to make it their own. However, completely redoing an entire room can be expensive and that expense doesn’t always pay […]
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College kids aren’t just coming out of school with a degree; they’re also leaving with a heap of student debt. But while college grads may be strapped with a few years of student loan repayments ahead of them, that doesn’t necessarily mean that the debt should be an obstacle to getting approved for a mortgage. […]
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