by Mark Chaffee | Feb 22, 2022 | Personal Finance
Last year, the average federal tax refund was over $2,500. Tax refunds are a happy windfall for many people, and it’s tempting to spend that lump sum of cash on something fun. However, if you can resist the urge to splurge, here are four ways you can invest your...
by Mark Chaffee | Feb 17, 2022 | Homebuying, Mortgage Tips, Real Estate
If you’re thinking about buying a home, should you buy sooner or later? Home prices are predicted to rise by 11% in 2022, and mortgage rates are expected to increase to 4%. That means if you wait to buy, it could cost you a lot more. Here’s an example of just how much...
by Mark Chaffee | Feb 8, 2022 | How To
Fire prevention technology today is more advanced than ever, but the ultimate responsibility for fire safety in your home falls on you and your household. The smallest source of flame can create a fire that spreads through a home in minutes, and if caught unprepared,...
by Mark Chaffee | Feb 4, 2022 | Homebuying, Real Estate
Home values in the U.S. are reaching record highs, and not without good reason. Homeownership offers many important benefits that Americans continue to take advantage of. Here are several ways that you can gain from owning a home. Equity building: Unlike renting a...
