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Need Help with Your Home Down Payment? There's Help Out There
Saving up for a home down payment can feel like a huge challenge. Especially for first-time buyers, figuring out how to gather that lump sum for a down payment might seem like climbing a mountain. But, don'...
Major retailers are lowering prices (finally)
It could be a head fake but I am starting to think we are about to witness a pretty large move across financial markets, in general. Plus, yesterday, Home Depot announced that there were price reductions coming to many items...
$500 Stimulus Payment: Who Qualifies for the Housing Stability Initiative?
A new program called the Housing Stability Initiative is helping families in the United States who are struggling with their finances. This initiative provides selected families with $500 every month...
Mortgage Insurance: Is it worth it?
For many first time home buyers, a dilemma comes up: is mortgage insurance worth it? And why is it even necessary? What is mortgage insurance, anyways? Typically, until a person has about 22% equity in a home, mortgage companie...
The 2026 Housing Market: What Buyers Should Expect
If you’re hoping to buy a home in 2026, there's a mix of good and bad news about mortgage rates. Experts expect mortgage rates to drop a bit next year, but don’t count on them going much lower than 6%. Ev...
Man Gives Commencement Speech...Gets Booed Off Stage
Man gives commencement speech. Tells graduates to buy bitcoin. Gets booed off the stage. Discuss. First of all, who is this guy. The President of THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY tells us "His Linksdin profile says he ...
How Some States Help Older People with Property Taxes
As house prices have gone up, so have property taxes, which has made it harder for everyone to afford housing. This issue affects seniors the most because many live on a fixed income. To help out, a number of U.S. sta...
Maximizing Your Budget with House Maintenance Cost-Cutting: Practical Tips to Keep Your Home in Top Shape
Maintaining a home is vital for its longevity and your comfort, but it doesn't have to break the bank. By implementing smart cost-cutting strategies, you can s...
Sometimes you gotta look past the headlines
Sometimes you gotta look past the headlines. When peering across college campuses these days you see two very different themes percolating near the top. One are the ever-increasing numbers of protests; and the other is the endless a...
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