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7 Tips for Lowering Your Utility Bill

You can probably feel it in the air; fall is here! Sure, if you live in Florida, that does not mean the same as it does in other places. And winter...

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5 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Fighting Weeds

Lawn care may feel like a chore, but we all know it is important and helps boost your home’s value. You may have a garden to tend to in addition to...

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Ways You Should – And Should Not – Use a HELOC This Summer

A Home Equity Line of Credit, or HELOC, can be a very helpful financial tool for homeowners. Many use the money to make improvements, and summer is a...

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5 Tips to Make Your Next Move Easier

Few people can truly say they look forward to moving. Sure, there can be excitement about a new home or city. Fresh job opportunities. Being closer...

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How to Leverage a HELOC for Financial Success

You understand how your home is an excellent investment for the long term. But there may be times you need to benefit from ownership in the short...

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Fall Gardening Tips for the Southern Lawn

Those of us who live in the south know gardening and lawn care look a little different in the fall than in other parts of the country. Unlike many...

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Temporary Buydown

Buydowns: A Strategy for Lowering Interest Rates 1. Upfront Payment: Another party pays an upfront payment at closing. 2. Interest Rate Reduction: In...

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Is a HELOC Right for You?

A Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) is a popular way to turn home ownership into cash when you need it. You can turn the equity in your home into a...

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Required Documents

To ensure a timely and successful loan processing, at minimum you’ll need to provide the following documentation when you apply for your loan:...

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Condo Look-up

If a buyer is interested in securing condominium financing, it’s important to know that condos have their own process of being approved for...

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Living Room or Family Room – What is the Difference?

Many of the rooms of your home are very clearly defined: bathroom, bedroom, kitchen. Some spaces are not always as easy to identify. Yahoo asked...

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The Loan Approval Process

Embarking on the journey to homeownership is an exciting yet intricate process. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to upgrade,...

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