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If the President Wants to Refinance, Should You Think About it As Well?

By mattherndon - August 28, 2013

On August 7, 2013, President Barack Obama sat down with Zillow CEO Spencer Rascoff to answer housing questions from American homeowners. During the conversation, President Obama mentioned that he would probably benefit from refinancing his Chicago home. The president says that refinancing would benefit his mortgage interest rate, allowing him to save money on his monthly payments. If the president can save money on his monthly payments by refinancing, could you reap the same benefits?

How you could benefit from refinancing

By refinancing your home, you could switch out your current loan for a new mortgage that includes better terms. Take a look at these five ways a refinance could save you money in a variety of ways. Continue reading

Avoid Plumbing Problems With These Handy Tips

By mattherndon - August 20, 2013

Clogged drains and stopped-up pipes really suck. Or, don’t suck – which is worse. Unclogging a clogged drain or fixing a leaking pipe can take up a lot of time and money, depending on how much damage is done. This is especially inconvenient in a restaurant or medical environment where routine cleaning is necessary. Luckily, you can avoid channeling your inner Mario by taking steps to protect your plumbing before it gets out of hand. Continue reading

Deep Clean Your Home Before Moving In

By mattherndon - August 17, 2013

Before moving into your new home, you’ll want to make sure that everything is clean. After all, moving is often a “fresh” start. While your management office or the previous tenants may have done a basic cleaning job on the place, there are some spots that they probably missed. If you can, tidy everything before you move in. If time doesn’t permit that, focus on the walls and floors before you move in furniture. Other tasks such as cleaning the oven and behind the refrigerator can wait until you’ve started to unpack. Continue reading

Bring a Splash of Life to Your Home with Easy Weekend Summer Projects

By mattherndon - May 20, 2013

Home design seems to be an ongoing project for most people, especially if you make seasonal decor changes. This summer, choose a few weekend projects that will change the look of your home for several months or even long term. Use the following ideas for inspiration as you plan your upcoming projects. Continue reading

What’s Hiding in Your Pipes: Tips for First-Time Homeowners

By mattherndon - May 15, 2013

Although hard water is very common in households throughout the United States, few are educated about hard water's true effects on a home. Hard water is water that is made up of dissolved minerals like iron, calcium, magnesium and manganese. It is very prevalent in homes across the country and according to the U.S. Geological Survey, about 85% of…