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Homeownership

How Much Is Homeowners Insurance?

How much is homeowners insurance in 2025? Learn what it covers, how much it costs by state, and ways to save. Start protecting your home and budget today.

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Homeownership

How to Buy a Second Home

Owning a second home sounds like a dream. However, purchasing a cozy vacation retreat is achievable for many financially established homeowners. All you need is the right plan. From checking your finances to exploring mortgage loan options, the process requires a thoughtful, step-by-step approach. Here’s how to buy a second home that is a dream come true, not a financial anchor.

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Man and woman preparing a room for painting with tape, paint cans, and tools as part of a DIY home project on a budget.
Loan Product

DIY Home Projects on a Budget

Transform your space with low-cost DIY home projects. Explore budget-friendly tips, tools, and renovation loan financing ideas to improve your home affordably.

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Homeownership

Interior Design Trends 2025

Whether you’re obsessed with layers of color or love timeless tastes, we have a few magical ideas just waiting to inspire your next home makeover. Read on to discover the latest 2025 interior design trends.

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Homeownership

When to Refinance a Mortgage

Have you thought about refinancing? Many Americans have heard about “refinancing their mortgage” but often wonder what it means, why they should do it, and most importantly, when to do it.

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Homeownership

Tax Advantage of a Mortgage

Discover the tax advantages of a mortgage, including deductions for mortgage interest, property taxes, and more. Learn how to maximize your tax benefits.

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Homeownership

How to Winterize Your Home

For some, winter is simply a cooler time of year. For others, a blanket of snow and freezing temperatures are in the forecast. Whatever your local climate during the colder months, taking time to prepare your home now will be beneficial throughout the season. If you want to reduce heating costs and protect your home, this list of winterization tips will keep you warm and safe all winter long.

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Renovation

Are Home Improvements Tax-Deductible?

Homeowners are responsible for keeping their properties up-to-date. From time to time, that responsibility calls for making improvements. The IRS encourages homeowners to do so by providing the opportunity for tax deductions on certain types of improvements.

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Homeownership

2024 Home Decor Trends

Looking to update your 2024 home décor? Today’s modern home boasts an eclectic mix of design trends to revamp your living space. So where can you turn to get your finger on the pulse of what's next in home design?

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Homeownership

Home Organization Tips for the School Year

Prepare your home for the new school year with these organizational tips: set up homework spaces, reorganize rooms, optimize the kitchen, and find storage.

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