The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) this week submitted a letter to congressional leaders in the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate, urging them to endorse full funding for Ginnie Mae in order to ensure maximum liquidity for the government-backed corporation’s mortgage-backed securities (MBS) issuers. In addition to the MBA, signatories on the letter include the Community Home Lenders of...
Just how much would it cost you to live in the ton? Turns out, quite a lot! But that doesn’t come as much of a surprise, given the opulence and grandeur that defines the stately residences in Shonda Rhimes’ massively successful period drama. However, maybe not all of them are as completely out of reach as you might think. The savvy real estate experts over at AgentAdvice wanted to see just...
With over 600 miles of shoreline in South Carolina, Lake Murray is one of the largest man-made reservoirs in the country. And while it’s mostly known as a fisherman’s paradise, we found one listing that proves it can also be a great spot for world-class entertainment. Listed for $3,387,888, the property at 220 Old Forge Road in Chapin, South Carolina combines luxury living with ultimate...
Sorry, TikTok. Storing a pineapple upside-down (or any of those other ripening hacks) don’t actually do anything. Here’s why. Premyuda Yospim / Getty Images From Crinkle Cakes to Million Layer Potatoes, TikTok has launched dozens of food trends we adore and often recreate. But not all of the recipes shared on the social media platform are reliable. (We’re looking at you, Cottage Cheese...
The big light is so last year. How to Transform a Room With Lamp Light Embrace the magic of transforming any room with the perfect dose of lamp light! Learn tips and tricks on choosing the right lamps, placement, and lighting techniques to create a cozy, inviting atmosphere. From modern to classic designs, we'll show you how to enhance your space, highlight key features, and set the mood with just...
With a roomy pot, you can grow carrots just about anywhere—including balcony and patio spaces. Cameron Sadeghpour Although most gardeners cultivate carrots in their in-ground gardens, there are some definite advantages to growing carrots in containers. Containers protect carrot roots from burrowing pests like voles, and it’s also a smart solution for small spaces and gardens with poor or rocky...
Find out, then get recipe ideas to put these mildly-sweet melons to delicious use. From left: Andy Lyons, Brie Goldman Americans are sweet on melons. The average adult eats about 28 ½ pounds per year, according to USDA estimates. Watermelon is by far the bestseller, accounting for most of the melons grown and consumed in the U.S. But cantaloupe and honeydew clock in at second and third,...
Is the bird flu affecting your eggs? Should you eat runny eggs right now? We asked the experts. Greg DuPree | Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer | Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Avian Influenza, commonly known as bird flu, is spreading from farm to farm across the United States, with 48 states reporting cases and more than 96 million birds affected. Bird flu is spread by migrating waterfowl (ducks,...
Outdoor areas offer a tremendous opportunity to improve the look and feel of a home. Homeowners are turning to their outdoor areas to enhance entertaining space, boost curb appeal and create pleasing environments with plants and trees. And nearly two-thirds are doing so with the help of pros....
After one of these homeowners underwent an amputation below her knee, the Twin City metro-area primary bathroom she shared with her husband was no longer serving her needs. “The doors to the primary bedroom and bathroom were too narrow for her to fit her wheelchair through, so she’d have to use a...
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