In a recent episode of “The Loan Officer Podcast,” host Dustin Owen and guest John Coleman explore key tips that all aspiring real estate agents should know when navigating mortgage financing for a potential client. Owen emphasizes the importance of understanding these principles whether an agent is new or experienced, allowing them to focus on helping the buyer.  The first tip explores a...

A majority of U.S. veterans are not aware of the fact they can qualify for grants from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to allow them to age in place, according to survey data from senior advocacy group AARP. Sixty percent of veterans who are 45 and older “are unaware that VA provides grant funding for home modifications, and almost a quarter of veterans say they need financial assistance...

Kitchen remodeling is a hot topic, and adapting to evolving design trends isn’t always the easiest. Or cheapest. But recent trends show that kitchens are increasingly becoming the heart of the home again, with investments in remodeling projected to rise by 15% over the next five years. However, several myths about kitchen remodeling can cloud decision-making for homeowners and hinder their renovation...

They're gonna be popular! Voluspa We're more than ready to immerse ourselves in the world of the whimsical Emerald City, and so is candle company Voluspa—or more accurately, to bring its enchantment straight to your home.In conjunction with the highly-anticipated upcoming film (which hits theaters on Thanksgiving) Voluspa's new Wicked collection launches on October 1 and features two scents in a...

It's not autumn until you’ve made this easy and cozy delicata squash pasta. Andy Lyons Yes, there’s something bittersweet about bidding adieu to summer’s last berries, peaches, and tomatoes. But if we had to select one season when our passion for cooking really takes root, it’s fall. Late-season farmers markets are still open most of autumn, giving us a lot of colors and flavors to paint...

Find out when to take down hummingbird feeders, or if you can leave them up in winter, according to an expert. Bob Stefko Summer has ended and with it, peak hummingbird feeding season. So exactly when should you take down your hummingbird feeder and bring it in for the winter? The answer depends on where you live.Hummingbirds migrate to warmer climates for the winter as temperatures fall. But some...

Keep carpets clean and crisp by avoiding these mistakes. Getty Images / Kinga Krzeminska Cleaning your home's carpets can feel like a chore. Although the task might seem simple enough, several common mistakes can harm your carpet. Whether it’s getting the carpet too wet, using the wrong cleaner, or waiting too long to clean up a spill, correcting these small mistakes can keep your carpets...

They’re actually from the same plant, but taste quite different. Find out why. Getty Images / MirageC When you’re ordering spices online or wandering through the spice aisle at the grocery store, you have several options for a seemingly simple task: filling your salt and pepper grinders. Pink peppercorns, Himalayan sea salt, and flaky Maldon salt are trendy at the moment, however, good ol’...

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