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Worried about Finding a Home if You Sell First?

There are many reasons why selling your current home before buying another one may be a good idea. But, once you’ve made that decision, you may still worry that you won’t find another home to buy after you sell.Fortunately, there’s plenty you can do to minimize that possibility. For example, if ...

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Inspect your House & Property

It is advisable to do a thorough visual inspection of your home’s exterior, as well as any fences, sheds and other secondary buildings on your property, at least once or twice a year. Now, more than ever, extreme and unexpected weather events happen with greater severity and less predictable outcomes.So, ...

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How to Become a Homeowner on a First-Time Buyer’s Budget

  It's not easy being a first-time homebuyer right now. At the end of last year, housing affordability hit an all-time low.1 Additionally, mortgage rates have risen significantly since 2021, while inventory remains tight for many property categories, but especially for starter homes. Even lower-priced condos are harder to snag these ...

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Stress-Free Home Cleaning: 27 Practical Tactics for Busy Households

  Keeping a clean and orderly home is a challenge for many of us. Between busy work schedules, social obligations, and family commitments, it’s tough to keep up with daily chores—let alone larger seasonal tasks. The effort is worthwhile, however. A sanitary environment can keep you and your family healthier by minimizing ...

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