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Real Estate Professionals Are Experts at Keeping You Safe When You Sell

If you’re on the fence about whether or not you want to sell your house this year, there’s good news. For nearly two years, real estate professionals have worked tirelessly to ensure the safety of buyers and sellers during the pandemic. Today, they’re seasoned experts, not just in the art of buying and selling homes, […]

Simple Ways to Avoid Defaulting on Student Loans

No matter the reason, neglecting to pay your federal student loans can result in a slew of negative consequences, from bill collectors knocking at your door to a big drop in your credit score. It can also make it difficult to be approved for other loan...

Hidden Dangers in Your Backyard

A backyard can be an excellent place to let your kids and pets play and to entertain guests, but it could also be filled with hazards. One trip or a curious child or pet could lead to an accident and serious injuries, as well.WaterPools and hot tubs ma...

4 Family-Friendly Games That Add Style to Your Backyard

Here are a few beloved lawn games the whole family can enjoy!Bocce BallThough commonly played on the lawn, bocce is traditionally played on a court that can give an elegant look to any yard.CroquetA manicured lawn set up with croquet wickets might look...

How To Hit Your Homebuying Goals This Year [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights If you’re looking to buy a home, you may want to put these items on your to-do list to ensure you hit your goals. It’s important to start working on your credit and saving for a down payment early. When you’re ready to begin your sea...

Should Kids Have Smartphones?

Nowadays, it seems like just about everyone has a smartphone. Even young kids want them, and parents receive conflicting advice on whether phones are appropriate for children. Smartphones have advantages for kids, but there are potential pitfalls that ...

There Won’t Be a Wave of Foreclosures in the Housing Market

When mortgage forbearance plans were first announced and the pandemic surged through the country in early 2020, many homeowners were allowed to pause their mortgage payments. Some analysts were concerned that once the forbearance program ended, the housing market would experience a wave of foreclosures like what happened after the housing bubble 15 years ago. […]

Adding a Dog to the Family? Here Are Some Expenses to Consider

Getting a dog can be one of the most rewarding things you’ll ever do. Seeing your cute pet’s tail wag when you get home from a long day at work can be a heartwarming experience that makes the responsibilities of dog ownership worthwhile.But don’t forge...

Why Waiting To Sell Your House Could Cost You a Small Fortune

Many homeowners who plan to sell in 2022 may think the wise thing to do is to wait for the spring buying market since historically about 40 percent of home sales occur between April and July. However, this year’s expected to be much different than the norm. Here are five reasons to list your house […]

How to Identify and Deal With Fire Hazards

Each year, fires destroy homes and cause serious injuries and deaths all across the country. While many of these events are preventable, it’s important to take into consideration the fact that the average home is filled with fire hazards that homeowner...