Latest blog posts about Tools And Guides

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  Home Improvement 3 ways to avoid hiring a bad contractor (and what to do if it's already too late)

  Remodeling your dream home can quickly become a nightmare if you don't hire the right person for the job.

  

  Barron Ernst, Head of Product  article author

  March 20, 2019
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  Home Improvement 5 home improvement projects that pay you back

  If you're planning on selling your home in the near future, it's a good idea to consider whether the project will help you command a higher sales price.

  

  Debra Jack, Contributor  article author

  March 4, 2019
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  Home Improvement 5 home renovations to improve your life and property values

  Many home renovations can increase your enjoyment of the property while living there. But it's worth knowing which improvements hold their value.

  

  Debra Jack, Contributor  article author

  March 4, 2019
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  Mortgage Refinance Cash-out refinances: What you don’t know can hurt you financially

  For many, a cash-out refi can appear to be the best option because rates are fixed and seem lower than other equity-out options. However, if you actually dive into the numbers, there are big reasons to not give up a low, fixed-rate mortgage to cash out equity.

  

  Hannah Friedman, Sr. Content Manager  article author

  February 1, 2019
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  Home Improvement Why winter can be a great time to remodel

  While remodeling in the winter months may require more planning to avoid disruption, you could get a great deal on the work.

  

  Barron Ernst, Head of Product  article author

  February 1, 2019
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  Home Equity Fact vs. fiction: 7 Common myths about home equity

  For many homeowners, leveraging their home equity offers a means to an end. If you’re considering a home equity loan, be sure to work with a lender that can help you separate the fact from the fiction.

  

  Barron Ernst, Head of Product  article author

  January 30, 2019