5 Scams Targeting New Homeowners

Buying a home is exciting. However, scammers may try to use your excitement and inexperience against you. Watch out for these attempts to defraud you.Partner CompaniesBe wary if you receive a letter from a company claiming to be a partner or associated with your mortgage lender wanting additional in

Understand the Difference Between Prequalification and Preapproval

Have you been prequalified for a mortgage loan? Or preapproved? Are they the same?While both are steps in reaching homeownership, they have different meanings.What’s Prequalified?Prequalification is an informal process. You describe your financial situation—debt, income, and assets—and the lender es

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3 Tips for Staging Outdoor Spaces

You’ve cleaned your house and arranged the rooms to showcase the best features. But what about your outdoor spaces? Don’t underestimate the power of highlighting the exterior property to boost the home’s value. Here are three strategies to get your outdoor space looking as impressive as the inside:E