Author: Ben
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Home Prices Are Climbing in These Top Cities
Thinking about buying a home or selling your current one to find a better fit? If so, you might be wondering what’s going on with home prices these days. The latest national data from Case-Shiller and the Federal Housing Finance Agency shows they are going up. As you can see, home prices were rising for…
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How Buying or Selling a Home Benefits Your Community
If you’re thinking of buying or selling a house, it’s important to know it doesn’t just impact you – it helps out the local economy and your community, too. Every year, the National Association of Realtors puts out a report that breaks down the financial impact that comes from people buying and selling homes. When…
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Top 2 Reasons to Consider a Newly Built Home
When you’re planning a move, it’s normal to wonder where you’ll end up and what your future home is going to look like. Maybe you’ve got a specific picture of that house in your mind. But unless you came into this process knowing you want to buy a newly built home, you may not have…
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“No Mow May”
Instead of “No Mow May,” Try “Slow Mow Summer” Mowing your lawn less often can be good for the environment, depending on how you do it. Benefits Lawns, mowed short, give us space for dogs and kids to play. They also keep our neighbors from making complaints to the town government or homeowneers’ association. But…
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What Is Going on with Mortgage Rates?
You may have heard mortgage rates are going to stay a bit higher for longer than originally expected. And if you are wondering why, the answer lies in the latest economic data. Here’s a quick overview of what’s happening with mortgage rates and what experts say is ahead. Economic Factors That Impact Mortgage Rates When…
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Tips for Younger Homebuyers
How To Make Your Dream a Reality If you are a member of a younger generation, like Gen Z, you may be asking the question will I ever be able to buy a home? And chances are, you’re worried that’s not going to be in the cards with inflation, rising home prices, mortgage rates, and…
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Perks of Buying over Renting
Thinking about buying a home? While today’s mortgage rates might seem a bit intimidating, here are two solid reasons why. If you are ready and able, it could still be a smart move to get your own place. 1. Home values typically go up over time There’s been some confusion over the past year or…
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One Walk-in Shower Is as Good as Any Other, Right? Wrong.
Here’s how to make your morning shower more luxurious. A utilitarian walk-in shower works just as well as something nicer, so why spend the time and effort – and the money – to upgrade it? Designers Create Walk-in Showers A shower and stand-alone tub can sit side by side in a wet room, like this…
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What to Know About Credit Scores Before Buying a Home
Know Your Credit Score If you want to buy a home, you should know your credit score is a critical piece of the puzzle to qualify for a mortgage. Lenders review your credit to see if you typically make payments on time, pay back debts, and more. Your credit score can also help determine your…