Monthly Archives: March 2025

Rising Homeowner’s Insurance Affecting Affordability

For homeowners with mortgages, rising insurance premiums pose a unique and unavoidable challenge. Unlike those who own their homes outright, mortgage holders are required by their lenders to maintain adequate homeowners insurance. This ensures that the lender’s investment in the … Continue reading

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A second opinion is a prudent choice

Getting pre-approved for a mortgage is a vital step in the homebuying process. While many buyers rely on online calculators or their first pre-approval offer, these tools and initial approvals might not always provide the best options. If you’re serious … Continue reading

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Thoughtful Questions Can Guide Your Decision

When interviewing real estate agents to sell your home, asking the right questions is key to finding an agent who will best meet your needs. The process of selling a home can be complex, and the right agent will not … Continue reading

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Avoiding tax when you sell your home

In the past, many homeowners didn’t give much thought to keeping detailed records of home improvements. With capital gains exclusion thresholds of $250,000 for single filers and $500,000 for married couples, most homeowners didn’t come close to exceeding these limits … Continue reading

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