Monthly Archives: April 2020
Protecting Yourself from Alarm System Scammers
If you have a sign in your front yard warning burglars that you have a home alarm system in place, you could be attracting a new breed of scammer. Thats the warning from the consumer watchdogs at Consumer Reports, who say scammers look for signs of exi... Read More
The Benefits of a Hardship Plan
If you're buried in credit card debt, there's a reasonable solution that your credit card company may allow you to use, but only if you ask about it.A hardship plan, also known as a credit card payment plan, can help dig you out of debt and ultimately ... Read More
Hot Home Decor Trends
People are craving warmth, intimacy and a casual but sophisticated lifestyle.These 5 decor trends will make your home cozy and stylish!1. Scaled-down furnishings. Arrange smaller pieces with rounded edges in more intimate settings.2. Wall coverings. Wa... Read More
Is Reclaimed Wood Right For Your Home?
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How Federal Rate Increases Affect Credit Cards and Loans
If you've ever noticed a rise in interest rates in the news or saw your credit card bill get a little higher, there's one federal agency that you can look to: the Federal Reserve Board.When the Fed raises interest rates, most borrowers with car and hom... Read More
How to Get the Best Mortgage Refinance Rates
If you can find a lower mortgage rate than the one you already have, then refinancing a mortgage can make sense. Here are some of the best ways to get a low rate:Raise Your Credit ScoreFor a conventional loan, borrowers with a credit score of 740 or mo... Read More
The Pros of Buying a Home Warranty
For $600 or so a year, plus a service fee of around $75 every time you ask for repair, a home warranty can be an inexpensive way to have peace of mind as a new homeowner.Home warranties cover breakdowns in a home, from HVAC systems to appliances. A bro... Read More
How to Host an Effective Open House
Want to get homebuyers through your door and impress them?Here's how to host an effective open house...Do a Deep Cleaning Visitors are trying to envision themselves living in your home, so tidy up!Eliminate Unpleasant Odors Try to keep your house smell... Read More
5 Financial Tips for First-Time Parents
So a babe is on the way? Congrats! Along with the chaos of, well, everything that is to come, your finances are about to experience an upheaval, as well. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, it will cost upwards of $245,000 to raise a child... Read More
Family-Friendly Artwork Apps
In the age of apps, there's more to preserving the masterpieces your children create than just sticking them on the refrigerator.Eventually, the magnets will slip and something that's dear to you-or your child-could fall off and end up in the trash. If... Read More