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  • Debunking The Most Common Misconceptions About Mortgage Refinancing

    Debunking The Most Common Misconceptions About Mortgage Refinancing,Lesia Erickson Group

      Refinancing a mortgage can provide lots of advantages for homeowners. They can lock in a lower interest rate or shorten the term of their loan that can help them save thousands of dollars in their monthly mortgage payments. However, there are still lots of confusion about the refinancing process t

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  • 5 Sticky Situations You Can Avoid If You Have A Real Estate Title Insurance

    5 Sticky Situations You Can Avoid If You Have A Real Estate Title Insurance,Lesia Erickson Group

    When you buy a home, you don't only buy the land, the house, and any other physical structures that come with it. The most important thing is that you are also buying the legal rights of ownership to the property, which is referred to as “title.” This title is indicated in the “deed” — an official r

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  • Make Your Home More Energy-Efficient With These Green Home Improvements

    Make Your Home More Energy-Efficient With These Green Home Improvements,Lesia Erickson Group

    Whether you are a homeowner planning a major remodel or a seller preparing to put their home on the market, an important factor you have to consider is the products and materials you will use. This time, why not try to become more environmentally conscious when remodeling your home? You can incorpor

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  • The Tax Benefits That Homeowners Can Enjoy

    The Tax Benefits That Homeowners Can Enjoy,Lesia Erickson Group

    Is this your first year filing your taxes as a homeowner? If yes, then you're in for some sweet treats. There are certain deductions you are entitled to and can take advantage of to lower your tax bill. Some of these tax breaks can be a one-time deduction or recurring on the life of your mortgage. F

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  • The 7 Worst Things To Do When Remodeling Your Bathroom

    The 7 Worst Things To Do When Remodeling Your Bathroom,Lesia Erickson Group

    Remodeling a bathroom is nothing like a piece of cake or a walk in the park because it's an essential part of the house that involves complicated plumbing. You have to make sure that the new fixtures you choose will not only fit the design but also the bathroom’s layout. You also need to measure out

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  • Watch Out! These Neighborhood Features Can Drag Down Your Home's Value

    Watch Out! These Neighborhood Features Can Drag Down Your Home's Value,Lesia Erickson Group

    While there are certain home improvements you can add to your home to boost its resale value, there are also many external factors that can devalue your greatest investment. This is why the real estate cliché saying “location, location, location” will never be debunked or even grow old. Many of the

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  • 10 Thoughtful and Heartwarming Gift Ideas for First-time Homeowners

    10 Thoughtful and Heartwarming Gift Ideas for First-time Homeowners,Lesia Erickson Group

    The spring real estate market is already here. Despite the strong competition, it's a great time for home buyers to score their dream home because of high market inventory. And soon, there will be fresh batches of buyers who have just finished closing and will soon be moving. Purchasing a new home i

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  • What's In A Mortgage? Breaking Down the Components of A Mortgage Payment

    What's In A Mortgage? Breaking Down the Components of A Mortgage Payment,Lesia Erickson Group

    In simplest terms, a mortgage is a long-term loan designed to help borrowers purchase a house. It allows individuals to become homeowners without making a large down payment and thus, fulfilling The American Dream. Once you become a homeowner, a mortgage represents one of your life's biggest financi

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