Category: Insights
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Ants on Hummingbird Feeders
Keep Ants Off Hummingbird Feeders with Ant Moats Ants can cause big problems for people who feed hummingbirds. One solution is to attach an ant moat for hummingbird feeders. This is a cup that wraps around the hanger and is filled with plain water. Ants can’t cross so it keeps them from continuing down to…
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Why a Condo May Be a Great Option for Your First Home!
Having a hard time finding a first home that’s right for you and your wallet? Here’s a tip – think about condominiums. Condos are usually smaller than single-family homes, but that’s exactly why they can be easier on your budget. So, if you are comfortable with a smaller space and want to buy your first…
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Home Prices Are Climbing in These Top Cities
Thinking about buying a home or selling your current one to find a better fit? If so, you might be wondering what’s going on with home prices these days. The latest national data from Case-Shiller and the Federal Housing Finance Agency shows they are going up. As you can see, home prices were rising for…
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How Buying or Selling a Home Benefits Your Community
If you’re thinking of buying or selling a house, it’s important to know it doesn’t just impact you – it helps out the local economy and your community, too. Every year, the National Association of Realtors puts out a report that breaks down the financial impact that comes from people buying and selling homes. When…
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Top 2 Reasons to Consider a Newly Built Home
When you’re planning a move, it’s normal to wonder where you’ll end up and what your future home is going to look like. Maybe you’ve got a specific picture of that house in your mind. But unless you came into this process knowing you want to buy a newly built home, you may not have…
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“No Mow May”
Instead of “No Mow May,” Try “Slow Mow Summer” Mowing your lawn less often can be good for the environment, depending on how you do it. Benefits Lawns, mowed short, give us space for dogs and kids to play. They also keep our neighbors from making complaints to the town government or homeowneers’ association. But…
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What Is Going on with Mortgage Rates?
You may have heard mortgage rates are going to stay a bit higher for longer than originally expected. And if you are wondering why, the answer lies in the latest economic data. Here’s a quick overview of what’s happening with mortgage rates and what experts say is ahead. Economic Factors That Impact Mortgage Rates When…
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Tips for Younger Homebuyers
How To Make Your Dream a Reality If you are a member of a younger generation, like Gen Z, you may be asking the question will I ever be able to buy a home? And chances are, you’re worried that’s not going to be in the cards with inflation, rising home prices, mortgage rates, and…
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Perks of Buying over Renting
Thinking about buying a home? While today’s mortgage rates might seem a bit intimidating, here are two solid reasons why. If you are ready and able, it could still be a smart move to get your own place. 1. Home values typically go up over time There’s been some confusion over the past year or…