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5 Crucial Questions to Ask Before You Co-Sign a Mortgage
If you’re considering co-signing a mortgage—say, to help your grown kids buy their first house—it’s wise to take a step back and consider whether this move makes sense. Sure, you're helping a loved one purchase property, but t...
How to Test-Drive a Neighborhood Before You Buy the House
Would you buy a car without giving it a test drive? Probably not. A test drive helps you understand what it would really be like to own, live with, and use a car, giving you the opportunity to notice subtle details that you can experience only...
How to Clean Up After Thanksgiving in Half the Time
All those hours spent prepping and cooking in the kitchen in the days leading up to Thanksgiving yield a mouthwatering holiday feast of roast turkey with stuffing, mountains of mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie. But th...
5 De-cluttering Tips for Your Kitchen
Is the chaos on your countertop out of control? Here are a few tips to conquer the clutter. 1. Use it or move it If you don’t use a mixer, food processor, or other tool more than once a week, stash it in a cupboard. Counter space is preci...
8 Tips for Quick Cleaning Before Guests Arrive
No doubt you’ll want your home to look its best for visiting family and friends during the holidays. Here are a few cleaning tips to minimize the time you have to spend making things sparkle. 1. Grout and tight corners Cleaning nooks and ...
7 Signs of a Dog-friendly House
Embarking on a home search for a property that must be approved by furry, tail-wagging family members? Here are a few things to look for. 1. Greener grass Does the home have a yard? Just a little bit of a fenced-in grass can be yo...
8 Thanksgiving Home Decorations That Are Anything but Cliche
No surprise here: Thanksgiving decor can veer into tacky territory just as quickly as any other holiday furnishings. But if you just can't get down with the blow-up turkeys, Pilgrim hat motifs, and faux foliage (the real deal is rig...
5 Things to Know About VA Loans and Housing Programs
As part of its mission to serve the nation’s military members, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provides several housing benefits to service members and their families, including assistance with home loans. If you or someone ...