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There are things that everyone shares: the need for food, the search for love, and the intrusion of mice into our homes. But don’t despair! There are several ways to deter and remove mice. Read on to learn about a few of the more well known, if a little out-there, methods. Peppermint Oil And Cotton

The 5 Secrets to Hosting an Open House That Leads to Multiple Offers

October 13, 2016

Home Seller Tips

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Open houses are a debatable topic with real estate agents. Some say they aren’t necessary in the age of the internet when options can be narrowed online. Others argue that closing yourself off will limit the number of possible buyers. What everybody agrees on is that hosting a successful open house is an art that

Buying a Solar-Powered Home? Watch Out for These Symptoms of Future Problems

October 12, 2016

Home Buyer Tips

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Solar-powered homes are becoming more commonplace, and are an excellent step in the right ecological direction. That said, there are some aspects to consider if you’re thinking about investing in solar energy. Read on for some salient points about living by the sun. The Sun And The Economy As solar power has grown in popularity,

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 11, 2016

October 11, 2016

Mortgage Rates

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Other than a release on construction spending, last week’s economic readings were dominated by labor and employment data including ADP Payrolls, Non-Farm Payrolls and National Unemployment. Weekly reports on mortgage rates and new jobless claims were also released. Construction Spending Drops in August Commerce Department readings on construction spending indicate that overall spending fell in

Planning to Get a Mortgage in 2017? 4 Reasons Why It’s Time to Start Paying Down Other Debts Now

October 11, 2016

Home Mortgage Tips

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Buying a home is an ideal investment for many people because not only is it a place that belongs to them, it can also be very beneficial financially. While you may be strongly considering buying a home for these reasons, it’s also important to be in good financial health so that your ideal home purchase

S&P Case-Shiller: Home Price Growth Slows in July

October 7, 2016

Home Mortgage Tips

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Home prices dipped slightly in July according to the S&P Case-Shiller 20-City Home Price Index. Year-over-year, home price growth dipped to 5.00 percent from June’s reading of 5.10 percent. The Pacific Northwest led the nation in home price appreciation. Portland, Oregon had the highest year-over-year home price growth with a rate of 12.40 percent. Seattle,

Did You Know?: How You Arrange Your Furniture Can Turn Off Potential Buyers. Here’s Why

October 7, 2016

Home Seller Tips

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Most sellers focus on finding the right furniture to stage their home, but they never consider how the placement of that furniture can undo all their hard work. It’s a subconscious thing, but the arrangement of items in the home can really make a difference with buyers. Be sure to not make some of these

Bedroom Upgrades: How to Decide Between Hardwood and Carpet for Your Bedrooms

October 6, 2016

Home Decorating

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The floor of your bedroom is important it’s the first thing you touch in the morning, and the last before you go to sleep. Not to mention all the other life moments that go on in there. So take time to consider what you want your bedroom floor to be made of and read on

Home Showing Tips: How to Stress the Positives Without Sounding like a Used Car Salesperson

October 4, 2016

Home Seller Tips

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Selling a home is a difficult enough task as it is, but the longer a home stays on the market the easier it is to fall into the trap of sounding like a used car salesperson and accidentally pushing people away. There are ways to make sure potential buyers see the positive aspects of the

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 3, 2016

October 3, 2016

Mortagage Tips

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Last week’s economic releases included reports on new and pending home sales, S&P Case-Shiller Home Price Indices and regularly scheduled weekly reporting on mortgage rates and weekly jobless claims. Readings on consumer sentiment and confidence were also released. New and Pending Home Sales Lower as Peak Sales Season Winds Down August readings for new and