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What to Know About Credit before Buying a Home

Posted on September 3, 2021 by Debbie Prosser

Like it or not, your credit score is one of the most important numbers in your life, ranking up there with your Social Security number, date of birth, and wedding anniversary. This three-digit number is your financial report card, except … Continue reading →

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How Long Does It Take to Buy a House?

Posted on March 11, 2020 by Debbie Prosser

There are a lot of steps to buying a house, and that takes time: It takes 50 days on average to just close on a home. How long does it take to buy a house? A lot depends on how much time you … Continue reading →

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What the Fed’s Rate Cut Means for Buyers

Posted on August 1, 2019 by Debbie Prosser

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday cut interest rates for the first time since the Great Recession took hold in 2008, though the move is not likely to deliver significant juice to an already favorable borrowing environment for home buyers. The … Continue reading →

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Lower Mortgage Rates May Sprout Early Spring Buying Season

Posted on February 26, 2019 by Debbie Prosser

Mortgage rates inched lower for the third consecutive week. Freddie Mac Chief Economist Sam Khater says the lower rates bode well for the spring home buying season, typically the busiest time of the year for home shopping. “Mortgage rates … … Continue reading →

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7 Trick-or-Treat Safety Tips that Every Homeowner Should Know

Posted on October 2, 2018 by Debbie Prosser

Some Halloween tricks can really cost you. Plenty of people love a good Halloween scare — as long no one gets hurt. And that includes your house. Hot lights and large crowds present some real risks to homeowners. Follow these seven tips … Continue reading →

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8 Ways to Get Rid of Awful Pet Smells That Turn Off Buyers

Posted on July 2, 2018 by Debbie Prosser

You probably only think you’ve eliminated pet odors. Here’s how to make sure. Having pet odors inside your home can turn off potential homebuyers and keep your home from selling. Ask your real estate agent for an honest opinion about … Continue reading →

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17 Things to Never, Ever, EVER Do to Your House

Posted on May 15, 2018 by Debbie Prosser

What may seem like a good idea, often isn’t. Here are 17 common mistakes new homeowners often make that prove it. #1 Get Rid of Your Only Tub Image: Realproimages.com If resale value is important to you, don’t get rid … Continue reading →

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7 Household Expenses You’re Probably Wasting Money On

Posted on May 15, 2018 by Debbie Prosser

There are better ways to spend. The washer/dryer combo was perfect! Such a delightful way to brighten laundry day — with a cheerfully colored front-loader set. They could actually make laundry fun! “They were this gorgeous, greenish-teal, and they looked … Continue reading →

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7 Projects That Make Your Backyard Staycation-Worthy

Posted on May 15, 2018 by Debbie Prosser

But not all are equal when it comes to investing in your home. Mow the grass, weed the garden, seal the deck, rake debris. You may spend plenty of time in your backyard, but if it’s all boot camp and … Continue reading →

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What to Know About Credit before Buying a Home

How Long Does It Take to Buy a House?

What the Fed’s Rate Cut Means for Buyers

Lower Mortgage Rates May Sprout Early Spring Buying Season

8 Ways to Get Rid of Awful Pet Smells That Turn Off Buyers

17 Things to Never, Ever, EVER Do to Your House

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