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When Should I Refinance My Mortgage?

Whether you're a new homeowner or have owned your home for a few years, there's always more to learn about mortgages. Depending on your financial status and your long-term plans, it may make sense to either make larger payments or to refinance your home loan. Here are some explanations for those ...

Open House Questions Some Buyers Forget to Ask

An Open House is an event. And, like many events, it’s easy to get caught up in all the excitement and energy. In fact, when you visit an Open House, you might even end up rubbing elbows with other buyers who are there at the same time. It can feel ...

How Knowing Your Hardiness Zone Can Help Your Garden

When choosing plants to grow in your garden, it’s crucial to know what will survive in your particular climate. Luckily, the United States Department of Agriculture developed a special map of numbered “zones” to help farmers and gardeners make the best choices. While you might have seen the term, it’s ...

Should I Buy a Home?

Photo by Monkey Business Images via Shutterstock While homeownership often gets referred to as the American Dream, when you purchase before you are prepared, the consequences can be dire. Here are a few reasons you should buy a home. You feel certain. Buying a house is a huge step. It’s sensible to ...