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Upgrade My Life, Alexa: 4 Great Reasons to Invest in a Home Smart Assistant

Posted OnJul 13, 2017
In an age of rapidly changing technology, doing things like programming in temperature changes and monitoring your home security from afar are becoming common. Fortunately, having a smarter home is even easier these days with Alexa, which was created by Amazon in 2014 as a smart home assistant. If you're looking for an instant home upgrade that will utilize the smartest technology on the market, here's why Alexa might be a great option for you
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Can I Qualify for a Mortgage After Declaring Bankruptcy? Yes — and Here’s How

Posted OnJul 11, 2017
It may feel like a daunting task to consider buying a home after you've declared bankruptcy, and there's no doubt that it's an uphill battle. Fortunately, while you'll have hard work ahead, there are things you can do in order to make your dream of home ownership a possibility. Whether you've just declared bankruptcy or some time has passed, here are some things you should consider before getting into the market.
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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 10, 2017

Posted OnJul 10, 2017
Last week's economic reports suggested that demand for homes is rising despite a jump in mortgage rates and rising home prices fueled by low inventories of homes for sale. Demand for homes rose by 1.40 percent as interest rates jumped after the 10-year Treasury rate rose by 10 basis points.
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Buyer Beware: Three Major Red Flags to Watch for When Visiting Open Houses

Posted OnJul 06, 2017
Open houses are a good opportunity to get out and about to see what kind of home you're looking for, and if it will work for you. Fortunately, they can also be a good opportunity to find out some things about the house you're looking at that might not be listed on the website and may be less than flattering. If you're wondering what red flags to watch out for, pay attention to the following things the next time you're at a showing.
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5 Surprisingly Stylish Ways to Improve Your Living Room’s Look Using Wallpaper

Posted OnJul 05, 2017
From a sophisticated couch to a stunning art print, there are plenty of ways that you can dress up your living room and instantly change its vibe. You may not realize it, but wallpaper is back in fashion and becoming another popular way to instantly re-vamp a room. If you're contemplating ways that wallpaper can benefit your space, here are some options you may want to try out.
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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 3, 2017

Posted OnJul 03, 2017
Last week's economic news included Case-Shiller Home Price Indices, pending home sales and inflation. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and new jobless claims were released along with a reading on consumer sentiment. Case-Shiller and pending home sales readings suggested that recent rapid growth in home prices and home sales may be easing. High demand for homes coupled with low inventories of homes for sale has created an artificially high rate of home price growth and competition among buyers for a limited number of homes.
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