If you’re planning to buy a new home, you may be wondering about the down payment. Loan programs require down payments as low as 3.5% for FHA loans and there are conventional loans offering as low as 5%. While you have a lot of options, there are three strong benefits to making a 20% down payment on ... » Learn More about Why a 20% Down Payment Works Well
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Japandi: The Global Design Trend
Fusion restaurants have been blending various culinary tastes for years with exciting new dishes and flavors. Japandi may sound like the latest dining fad but it’s the home design trend that’s taking the world by storm. A careful merging of Scandinavian elements with Japanese lines, Japandi is ... » Learn More about Japandi: The Global Design Trend
Hanging Out at All The Rage Vintage
Kismet is the word that comes to mind when hearing the story of Erica Kagan and Sarah Taylor and their journey to creating the creative and soul pleasing West Street shop All The Rage Vintage. Both lovers of a retro vibe, Erica was selling vintage clothing and Sarah was selling vintage art when ... » Learn More about Hanging Out at All The Rage Vintage
Mitigating Flood Risks
Your home does not need to be in a designated flood zone to be affected by water intrusion and damage. The process to repair and retrofit water damage costs homeowners millions of dollars each year. Regardless of the location of the home, simple checks and changes can help protect your property from ... » Learn More about Mitigating Flood Risks
About Those Throw Pillows
Maybe you’re redecorating, interested in keeping up with the latest styles, or bored from quarantining and need to spice up your place. No matter the reason, here are a few trendy tips to keep in mind when decorating your home with pillows. Be odd – with the number of pillows that is. Having ... » Learn More about About Those Throw Pillows