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09/22/2026

Home Buyer Tip: To help avoid hidden repair costs of an existing home, negotiate with the Seller to include a Home Warranty. Read on to be prepared for other unexpected expenses.

You’ve sacrificed, scrimped and saved for the down payment on your first home. But have you saved for the whole new world of expenses that comes with home ownership? If not, you could get blindsided by: Closing costs. Do your homework before making an offer because the down payment is just part of...

09/20/2026

Do you need a formal living room?

09/19/2026

Roommates can be a financial lifeline but they may prove difficult when disagreements arise. Here are several handy tips on roommate etiquette.

Living with roommates can save you money -- or help you afford a nicer place to live -- but beware of the pitfalls of communal living.

09/17/2026

Are you bewildered by your local home improvement store's array of white paints? Here’s a guide to choosing the "right white" for your home.

White paint might seem the simplest choice for painting your home’s walls, but it’s anything but. Here are some tips.

09/15/2026

Producing m**hamphetamine in a house can saturate surfaces with dangerous toxic residue. If you are considering a house for purchase but suspect it may have once been a drug lab, trust your instincts and get more information.

M**h production leaves a toxic residue that causes health problems for later residents of the house. Here's how to avoid buying a m**h house.

09/13/2026

Even if you don’t have a big front porch you can still make your entryway impressive with planters full of seasonal color.

09/12/2026

If you receive advance warning of an emergency, take the time to power up cellphones. Here are some more essential items for your preparations.

Hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and earthquakes strike indiscriminately, which means every homeowner should be prepared for life-threatening emergencies. Here are ten essential items to have on hand. A source of power. A generator will keep your refrigerator working to preserve food, and provide ligh...

09/11/2026

We will never forget. Take a moment to remember those we have lost & take time to serve those in need.

09/10/2026

Moving abroad can be a challenge, but so can moving home! Here are nine sure-fire tips to help.

As you prepare to move home from a stint working abroad, organization is key. Here are nine must-do tips for a smooth repatriation.

09/08/2026

The home inspection report is a big hurdle between contract and sale. Learn about all the milestones along the way to closing here.

As a seller, just because you’re under contract doesn’t mean it’s time to relax. It’s a bit like reaching the summit of a mountain. You’re only halfway to the finish line, which in this case is the closing table. The due diligence period, typically the 15 to 30 days following contract sign...