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how to apply for a homestead exemption

How to apply for a homestead exemption in almost every state

Bethany Ramos July 7, 2026Homeowners, Taxes

Reading Time: 3 minutesA homestead exemption is a legal provision that reduces the taxable value of your primary residence, …

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can you buy a house after bankruptcy​

10 mortgage questions most people don’t want to ask

Bethany Ramos June 16, 2026First-Time Homebuyer, Getting Prequalified, Homebuying, Homeowners, Industry Professionals, Personal Finance

Reading Time: 5 minutesUncomfortable mortgage questions are hard to ask, but experienced loan officers have heard them all before. …

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homeowners insurance rates

9 smart ways to slash your home insurance costs

Bethany Ramos June 2, 2026Home Insurance, Homebuying, Homeowners, Personal Finance

Reading Time: 3 minutesIt’s not your imagination: Home insurance rates have risen and are expected to keep rising. Contributing …

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buying a second home​

Are you ready to buy a second home? 6 signs

Bethany Ramos May 19, 2026Homeowners

Reading Time: 4 minutesYou’ll know you’re ready to buy a second home when you have stable income, strong credit, …

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money saving tips

8 surprisingly simple ways to save money inside your home

Bethany Ramos May 5, 2026Home Insurance, Homeowners, Lifestyle, Personal Finance

Reading Time: 4 minutesLow-cost living doesn’t have to be time-consuming. Simple changes like cutting unused subscriptions, reassessing your home …

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home maintenance checklist

Hit refresh with our spring home maintenance checklist 

Bethany Ramos April 7, 2026Home Improvement, Homeowners, Lifestyle, Selling

Reading Time: 3 minutesSpring has sprung, and if you’re a homeowner, it’s the perfect opportunity to give your house …

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refinance home loan

Life changes. Shouldn’t your mortgage?

Bethany Ramos March 17, 2026Homeowners, Industry Professionals, Mortgage Rates, Refinance

Reading Time: 3 minutesHave questions about when to refinance your home loan? It’s a good idea to check in …

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property tax appeal

Are you overpaying? How to dispute your property taxes

Bethany Ramos January 28, 2026First-Time Homebuyer, Home Improvement, Homebuying, Homeowners, Industry Professionals, Personal Finance, Taxes

Reading Time: 5 minutesAs a homeowner, you have the option to appeal your property taxes if you feel like …

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diy home improvement projects

Which home improvements stretch your dollar the farthest?

Bethany Ramos January 10, 2026Home Improvement, Homeowners

Reading Time: 3 minutesHome improvements with the biggest value are often the ones buyers notice right away. Projects like …

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diyhome improvementhome renovationhome upgradeshomeowners
how does a second mortgage work

Need cash, but don’t want to refinance?

Bethany Ramos November 11, 2025Homeowners, Refinance

Reading Time: 3 minutesA Closed-End Second Mortgage is a type of home loan that lets you borrow against your …

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