AROUND THE HOME How to Test Your Home’s Smoke Detectors When was the last time you changed your smoke detector batteries? It’s easy to forget about those little… Read More
HOME FINANCING The Difference in Debt: Why Some Debt is Considered Better Than Others In some ways, all debt is the same; you borrow money and pay it back in the future.… Read More
HOME FINANCING What to Do if Your Mortgage is Transferred Have you received a letter notifying you that your mortgage has been transferred? If so, no need to… Read More
AROUND THE HOME What is an Attractive Nuisance? An attractive nuisance is something on your property that can be considered a magnet for every kid in… Read More
FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER Why You May Need a Gift Letter When someone gives you money to help you buy a house, your lender will require a gift letter.… Read More
HOME FINANCING What Is a Mortgage Amortization Schedule? Complete Guide and Example Table Mortgage amortization is the process of making payments that gradually reduce the amount you owe on a loan.… Read More
AROUND THE HOME Your Ultimate Home Maintenance Checklist Investing time in regular home maintenance could save you tens of thousands of dollars in the long run,… Read More
AROUND THE HOME 4 Ways to Save on Your Insurance Premiums Insurance companies look at a variety of factors when determining premium costs such as industry trends, the number… Read More
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS Why Now is Still a Good Time to Buy a Home Although we’ve become accustomed to seeing historically low rates over the past few years, we’re actually still well… Read More
FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER Understanding Your Home’s Down-Payment For many first-time homebuyers, saving a down-payment may seem like the biggest hurdle toward homeownership, but here are… Read More