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5 Awesome Benefits of Buying a Condo

By Sabado Domingo

Do you want to buy a home, but just don't have the money for it? Then consider buying a condo. Condos tend to be a lot cheaper than the average home and offer up a lot of great benefits. So, what are the benefits of buying a condo? Read on to ...

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September 13, 2019

How to Be Smart When Selling Your Mortgage Note

By Enero Febrero

So you've decided to sell your mortgage note. If you have never sold a mortgage note before, it can be difficult to know where to start. A mortgage note is a document that is signed at the closing of a mortgage that obligates the homebuyer to ...

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September 13, 2019

5 Creative Financing Options to Help You Buy a Home

By Sabado Domingo

The average American can no longer afford a home in around three-quarters of the country. And that's probably not surprising to anyone. On the one hand, the shocking increase in property prices has left many Americans in crippling debt, ...

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September 4, 2019

The Best and Worst Home Renovations for Maximizing Return On Investment

By Jennifer Landis

As a homeowner, you have a lot of freedom when it comes to how you make your home look. If you're living in your forever home, then renovate to your heart's content. But if you think there may be a chance you could end up selling your home one ...

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September 3, 2019

What to Look for When Hiring a Professional Gardening Service

By Sabado Domingo

Gardening can be a tough job. Having a garden is incredibly rewarding, especially if it's properly maintained, but if you want to maintain a garden that looks as stunning as possible and is as healthy as possible you'll need to put in a lot of work. ...

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August 30, 2019

Grandfather Says: The Little Kite That Could

By RD Blakeslee

One day Grandfather made a "Little Kite that Could." About a half-century ago, the local Jaycees put on a kite building and flying contest. On the day of the event there was practically no wind and ordinary kites wouldn't fly at all. But ...

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August 22, 2019

How I Live on Less Than $40,000 Annually: Randy from Missouri

By Randy

My name is Randy and I recently discovered Len's website and learned about his $40,000 challenge. I've really enjoyed reading the stories of those $40,000 heroes. I am 44 years old and I'm a mechanical engineer by trade, but I've moved into ...

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August 19, 2019

How To Decorate Your New Home Without Breaking The Bank

By Sabado Domingo

Moving to a new place could be an expensive endeavor. Based on the layout of the new room, you may have to get different furniture to fit all your belongings neatly within the space. Trying to make your new home homey can have you furiously shopping ...

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August 15, 2019

7 Practical Ways to Start Teaching Your Kids About Finance

By Jennifer Landis

Did you know children form most of their attitudes about money before the age of seven? It's true. Which means if you're a new parent, your children are likely watching you and adopting many of your own attitudes surrounding greenbacks -- whether you ...

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August 13, 2019

5 Things You Need to Know About Your Mortgage When Getting a Divorce

By Tex Freitag

You finally have your dream home, but not your dream marriage; and getting a divorce could mean losing it. What happens with your mortgage during a divorce? Can you keep your home? Do you split the costs? Or should you sell? Here is everything you ...

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July 24, 2019

22 Home Hacks for Removing Common Stains (Part 2)

By Mikey Rox

Accidents happen, and they can totally put a damper on your otherwise positive demeanor if you don't know how to properly eliminate the stains they cause around the house. In case you missed it, you can check out the first 11 proven home hacks for ...

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July 10, 2019

Grandfather Says: A 4th of July to Remember

By RD Blakeslee

Grandfather says Grandmother sewed period costumes for the family, which we wore to the nations bicentennial celebration in Washington, DC in 1976. Grandfather and family traveled to Wolf Trap National Park, where the day was celebrated by a ...

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June 27, 2019

When Is the Right Time to Buy a House, and What Purchasing Options Do You Have?

By Tex Freitag

Millennials have been slow to enter the home buying world; many carry huge debts from their college education. Others are still recovering from the Great Recession. Their hesitancy has confused the markets for new and previously-owned homes. The ...

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June 24, 2019

12 Ways to Splurge on Date Night Without Breaking the Bank

By Jennifer Landis

Couples who spend little time nurturing their relationships tend to drift apart; unfortunately, many people lead busier lives than ever. But what is existence all about, anyway? People weren't put on Earth simply to work, sleep and eat. Taking ...

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June 18, 2019

8 Ways to Reduce Divorce Costs

By Tex Freitag

Getting a divorce is emotionally exhausting and usually financially draining; most people have to start their lives over. Some couples spend recklessly on their divorce without thinking about the consequences. With that in mind, here are several tips ...

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June 14, 2019

Online Mortgage Deals: They’re Not Your Parents’ Home Loan

By Sabado Domingo

It's a pretty safe bet that when your parents were buying their first house, the only way to get a mortgage was to go directly to a bank -- or search around town for one of only a few mortgage brokers willing to help. Thankfully, times have ...

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April 10, 2019

Why Many People Are Choosing to Buy a Villa for Their Next Home

By Enero Febrero

Villas are the ultimate homes to live in. Modern villas are made from high quality building materials and user-friendly appliances, which makes the living experience even sweeter. These homes are designed for maximum comfort and habitability via the ...

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March 20, 2019

4 Smart Reasons for Tapping Your Home Equity

By Tex Freitag

Did you know that your home has a tangible value to it that you can use? The equity in your house is something that you can take advantage of, but only if you have a good reason to. Using your home's equity is basically like taking out a second ...

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March 8, 2019

Grandfather Says: The Difference Between Cats and Dogs

By RD Blakeslee

Grandfather has always lived with dogs, but now that he's married to a cat lady, it's: Grandfather admits he loves dogs, but he also admits cats are easier, at his age. And they do things differently than dogs. For example, cats ...

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March 7, 2019

How to Teach Your Kids to Be Responsible with Money

By Enero Febrero

When parents think of the important talks they'll have with their children, they usually think about subjects like sex, death, and religion. However, very few consider financial responsibility and money. Why not? Children don't really understand ...

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February 19, 2019

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