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8 Tips to Make Spring Cleaning Easy This Year

With spring already here, everyone is getting restless. As the weather begins to warm up, most people feel an urge to throw open the windows and air out the stuffiness that comes with sealing up homes to keep them warm in the winter. This energetic thrill and desire to spruce up the home during the … Continued

The 10 Best Ways to Save for Your Dream Home – Part 2

Welcome back to the second half of our two-part blog on how to save up the money you need for your dream home. Last time we talked about carefully collecting and saving your regular working income, something that all adults must master at some point, starting with a separate savings account. With smart shopping practices, … Continued

7 Home Energy-Saving Tips for the Winter

The winter months are upon us and homeowners already know that a drop in temperature is always accompanied by an increase in energy cost. Most have probably seen the difference in their heating and electricity expenses already as the average homeowner will experience a 35% increase in energy costs during winter months. However, by making … Continued

Why Are More Single Women Buying Homes Than Single Men?

We’re now living in a time where young people are choosing to delay getting married or forgo it altogether, in favor of pursuing career and travel. Single women are leading the way, pushing aside old-fashioned expectations and blazing their own trail independently. One example of this is the rise in the number of single women buying … Continued

What You Need to Know About Property Taxes

Owning a home comes with a lot of responsibilities as well as certain recurring costs every year, one of which will be your property tax bill. This one tends to catch new homeowners by surprise, so don’t let this be the case for you! Read on to learn more. Property taxes are a primary source … Continued

When a Natural Disaster Hits, How Can Your Local Lender Help?

Seeing your home damaged or even destroyed by a natural disaster can be one of the most heartbreaking and overwhelming situations you can face. While we know this can be a difficult time, we offer a few home loan programs, such as the Disaster Victims Mortgage Program, the Home Improvement Loan Program, and the HomeStyle … Continued

Top 3 Stores for Affordable Home Décor

Whether you just moved into your new home or simply need a change, you probably don’t have a TON to spend on revamping your home’s interior, but it’s oh so needed! Thing is, it’s hard to make upgrades around the home without dropping some serious dough. Having just recently moved into a new condo and … Continued