Are you thinking of financing a home this year? Have you been through a short sale? Pay close attention to your credit report; it can make or break your new mortgage. Lenders are required to accurately report the true circumstances surrounding
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4 DIY Tips To Improve Curb Appeal
Clean up: A well manicured lawn shows potential buyers that you take pride in your home and that you have taken care of it. Having a unkempt lawn may scare off buyers before they even step through the door. If you have a power washer, use it to
Continue readingThings That Don’t Factor Into Your Credit Score (That you thought did)
Location: The place that you live doesn’t have any bearing on your credit score. Even if your hometown statistically has bad credit, all that matters if how you handle your finances. Employment: On some occasions, information about your employment may be on your report depending on what is reported to each
Continue readingAll About Closing Costs
Closing costs are the fees which are charged by lenders and third parties related to the purchase of a home. What exactly makes up closing costs? Below is a break down of the different components: Escrow/Attorney Fees: Some states require third party escrow companies handle real estate closings while others
Continue reading3 Easy Landscaping Tips To Improve Home Security
Plant shrubs with thorns: Planting shrubs with thorns makes it more difficult for a burglar to hide in your yard and you can add even more protection by planting thorny bushes right under windows. Both Rose and Holly bushes are a great choice because they are both attractive and they
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