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3 Times to take out a home equity loan

Home equity loans are term loans that are taken out against the value of your home already paid or the amount of the home owned. For example, homeowners who have paid 25% of their full outstanding loan balance, say $50,000 of a $200,000 mortgage, have that much equity in their ...

Home Staging, Curb Appeal, and Home Selling Tips

Creating curb appeal is an essential ingredient to attracting potential buyers to a house for sale. Similar to the concept of "dressing for success," when you make a strong first impression, your chances for producing positive results are greatly enhanced. Looking good from the outside is the first step to capturing ...

What to Look for When Watching a Walk-Through Video

When you’re shopping for a new home, you want to get the most out of watching this type of video, especially if you’re relying on it to help you decide whether or not to make a viewing appointment.Consider these suggestions:• Remember, it’s a video. Take advantage of the ability to ...

Growing a Bermuda grass lawn

Bermuda grass is a popular type of grass for lawns in warm regions. It’s a favorite grass variety for golf courses, sports fields and commercial lots because of its durability and heat tolerance. If you’re interested in growing Bermuda grass lawn, here is a simple guide to help: Mowing Bermuda grass Bermuda ...