New Home, New Start: DIY Tips to Save you Money

Moving into a new home is so exciting! Your mind will probably also be reeling with all the to-dos after you move in. If it’s an older home or a fixer-upper, there really are a myriad of details to attend to! Sometimes we get so caught up in the superficial, like decorating and organizing, that we c

Mortgage Rates Average 6.49%

Freddie Mac released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®), showing the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.49%. “The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate was little changed this week at 6.49%” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “Rates have remained relative

5 Appliance Repairs That You Can Do Yourself (and 2 You Shouldn’t)

Appliances are integral to our daily lives, and when they stop working the way that they should, it can be a serious problem. Many appliance repair jobs tend to cost a lot of money, and can be time consuming to schedule. In many instances, however, it’s Replace the Thermostat in The Dryer If the dry

Negotiating Tip 39: Initial Offer Do’s and Dont's

It has been with amazing regularity that the topic of initial offers has been called to my attention. Let's discuss some of the do/don't admonitions regarding initial offers. Don't make the first offer in a negotiation. Let the other side do that. It might be a pleasant surprise. Do give yourself ro