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09/01/2026

The standard form every mortgage applicant completes is the Uniform Residential Loan Application. For first-timers, the form can be intimidating. Knowledge brings power, or at least some comfort, so read about this important application here.

When you apply for a mortgage, your lender will have you complete the Uniform Residential Loan Application (URLA). Being informed helps relieve confusion.

08/30/2026

Would you choose a quaint seaside village, or do you like the hustle and bustle of city life?

08/29/2026

Congratulations - you’ve sold your house! After paying off your mortgage, you’ll have a tidy sum, but not all of that is yours to keep. First, you must account for the assorted costs of selling. Here’s what you need to know about the seller’s closing costs.

Both the seller and buyer must pay certain closing costs from the sales proceeds. What the seller actually receives is what’s left after those payments.

08/27/2026

The mighty oak tree brings beautiful benefits to residential property. Here’s how your home can benefit from this most royal line of trees.

Trees add value to residential property, and among tree species, oaks are one of the most prized. It is hard to overstate how oak trees benefit the world.

08/25/2026

The pandemic has changed how we work, go to school and interact with friends and family. Home has become the workplace, the schoolroom and the vacation retreat for many. Here’s how home designs are evolving.

The Covid-19 pandemic has brought changes to every aspect of our lives, even where we live. Home designs are adapting to this new normal.

08/23/2026

Let's talk downsizing - Could you live in a tiny home?

08/22/2026

It's a good idea to keep your outdoor lights on when selling - you never know when someone may be driving by to have a look. You may also want to consider enhancing your night-time curb appeal. Here's a guide to outdoor lighting for your home.

The right outdoor lighting can bring an almost magical transformation to a house and landscaping at night. Here are some of the ways outdoor lighting can shine a light on a home’s best features. Function first. At the most basic level, outdoor lighting covers the key points of access to the proper...

08/20/2026

While you’re checking your home’s insulation, inspect the caulking around the outside of your windows and doorframes. Energy loss in these areas could undermine your insulation upgrades.

If you live in a home built before 1980, you may be able to slash your energy costs by increasing your home’s insulation. Here’s what you need to know.

08/18/2026

The federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) offers foreclosed homes for sale. These present terrific opportunities for buyers, but how do you jump into this market? Learn how here.

Buyers can get real bargains by buying foreclosed homes. Educate and prepare yourself with our guide to buying a HUD foreclosure.

08/16/2026

From 1-10, how important is having an outdoor oasis in your back yard?