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Saving up for a down payment of 20% is great…for some homebuyers. However, many homebuyers may choose to forgo that option and go...


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Tags: First Time Home Buyers, Home, Homeowners,

The predicted 2015 housing boom just keeps expanding; single-family home sales in May grew to a remarkable 7-year high. Though...


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Tags: Mortgage, First Time Home Buyers, Home,

By Amy Patterson On June 26, 2015

TREND ALERT: Pastels

Think Easter, macaroons and those little melt-in-your-mouth assorted mints people used to give out at weddings. Pastels are an...


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Tags: Design, Home, Homeowners,

By Amy Patterson On June 24, 2015

Driveway 101

Calling all homeowners with concrete or asphalt driveways, this one’s for you.

We’ve all been there. It’s spring – a beautiful...


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Tags: Home, Homeowners, Home Loans,

Gardening is a natural component to warmer weather. Maybe you love it, maybe you’re just beginning to explore your green thumb or...


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Tags: Green Living, First Time Home Buyers, Home,

You’ve found your dream home – now you need to win it – or at least win the right to purchase it. In today’s market, sellers...


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