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From Big to Small: How to Downsize from a Large …
If you’re moving from a large home into a smaller house or condo, you’re probably looking forward to enjoying a lower utility bill and not having to do as much …
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Pocket the Profits: The Secrets to Selling Your Home above …
We all want to sell our homes at the above asking price, but what makes a seller succeed at this? Here’s our expert advice on how you can sell your …
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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – August 23, …
Last week’s economic news included readings from the National Association of Home Builders on housing market conditions and Commerce Department readings on housing starts and building permits issued. Weekly readings …
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Tiny, but Cozy: 3 Ways to Furnish Small Spaces to …
When decorating a small space, there is a general desire to make the space look and feel larger than it is while also meeting basic functional needs in the room. …
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How to Improve Your Landscape and Gardens Before Showing Your …
Curb appeal is often neglected by sellers. So much attention is spent getting the inside of a home cleaned up that the outside is left until last. This is a …
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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – August 16, …
Last week’s economic reporting included readings on job openings, inflation, and consumer sentiment. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and jobless claims were also released. Job Openings Rise as Inflation Rate …