By Meera Pal Apr 18, 2023 EnvelopeFacebookTwitterLinkedinPinterest It’s hard to imagine that just a few years ago, mortgage rates were at record lows, falling below 3%. Yet by the end of last year, rates for the benchmark 30-year fixed loan had shot up over 7%, a record 20-year high. Understandably, homebuyers have been suffering from a severe case of whiplash. Can they Continue Reading
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10 Energy-Saving Myths You Shouldn’t Believe
Don’t believe all the tips and tricks that promise to reduce your energy consumption. By Steph Coelho Some of the questionable energy-saving tips you've run across may have had some validity a long time ago, but with the technological advancements of past years, a lot of the information circulating out there just isn’t accurate anymore. It’s time to retire those tired old Continue Reading
How to Clean Out Your Pantry in 4 Easy Steps
How to Clean Out Your Pantry in 4 Easy Steps No matter whether you have a dedicated pantry or just a couple of shelves in a cabinet for food storage, keeping it clean and organized is important. With an organized pantry, you can help protect your food from insect infestation, save money by using products before they expire, and access ingredients quickly during meal Continue Reading
Hot Home Design Trends
Hot Home Design Trends This Summer Design & Architecture, Design Trends By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey Find out what home styles—both interior and exterior—are seeing dramatic increases in online searches. Homeowners are trying to maximize their space by taking on remodeling projects geared toward creating new living areas while overhauling their Continue Reading
4 Things First-Time Homeowners Are Never Prepared For
Jennifer Prince published Nov 7, 2022 Buying a home for the first time is an exciting phase of life. After renting or living with family, it’s finally time to have your own place. What once seemed like a dream can quickly become a reality once you find the perfect place — after your offer gets accepted and you eventually close. Having keys in hand and walking through your home for the first Continue Reading
Getting your credit score above 800 isn’t easy, but it’s ‘definitely attainable,’ says analyst. Here’s how to do it
KEY POINTS Higher credit scores pave the way to lower rates, potentially saving thousands of dollars in interest charges. The highest tier is anything over 800, which can unlock even better terms. Here’s a breakdown of how your credit score is calculated and ways you can improve it. Generally speaking, the higher your credit Continue Reading
