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Winter Getaways That Might Tempt Santa to Move to the States

The Big Guy shares his favorites folder!

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Why Do Employers Check Credit Reports?

Does the position require a security clearance?

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Announce New Conforming Loan Limits

Good news for first-time home buyers!

3 Steps to Build Your Monthly Money System

Set aside some date time!

Will the New UltraFICO Score Make Mortgage Approval Easier?

Time will tell.

10 Types of People You’ll Meet During the Home Buying Process

The nosy neighbor is so annoying.

What is All-In Monthly Pricing?

Shop for homes by monthly price!

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5 Ways to Improve Your Credit Score Fast

Totally legit!

How Can I Protect My Child From Identity Theft?

Your kids have a lot on their minds: school, friends, sports. Identity theft and protecting credit reports shouldn’t be among their concerns – or yours, for that matter. After all,...

Will the New UltraFICO Score Make Mortgage Approval Easier?

Time will tell.

6 Things That Make Buying a House with Bad Credit Easier

There is no escaping the fact that that purchasing a home when you have bad credit can be a more complicated process than if you had good credit. However, “complicated”...

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Is Your Gas Fireplace Acting Up?

The inner workings of your gas fireplace probably seem too complicated to understand, and the thought of working on them as likely as performing brain surgery. Take heart: Many of...

What’s Up with My Thermostat?

So, your thermostat is acting wonky. Don't assume that your furnace is broken. In many instances, simply repairing the thermostat or replacing it with a new one will save on...

A Moldy Basement is the Worst. Here’s How to Clean It Up

You’ll know it when you smell it (think damp, musty, like rotting leaves) or when you see it (white, black, brown, or even gray, yellow or green splotches all over...

Three Simple DIY Driveway Ideas

Create parking where there is none.

Electric Stove Burners on the Fritz: Quick Fixes and Other Tips

The Basics: How an Electric Range Works Before you attempt to troubleshoot and repair, you should get to know your oven a bit. Knowing how your oven operates will help...