by Susie Skog | Jun 26, 2026 | Insights & Trends
Some first-time buyers are surprised by the full cost of homeownership.To prepare your budget, consider these extra costs:Closing costs typically total 2 – 5 percent of the purchase price and are in addition to down payments.Homeowners insurance costs an average of...
by Susie Skog | Jun 26, 2026 | Insights & Trends
Having bad credit can be worse than having no credit at all. A lousy credit score can lead to a steeper credit hole to climb out of, and can take years to fix.All is not lost. Borrowers with bad credit scores can still get approved for a new credit card, though...
by Susie Skog | Jun 26, 2026 | Insights & Trends
Are you planning a nursery for a babe-on-the-way? Whether you’re waiting to learn the baby’s gender, or are hoping to choose a more neutral color than the typical blue and pink, consider the following options:Gray. This is an extremely versatile color; the shade...
by Susie Skog | Jun 23, 2026 | Insights & Trends
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by Susie Skog | Jun 21, 2026 | Insights & Trends
Here are several backyard features that are sure to get you off the lounge chair and moving around outside.Sports CourtA versatile sports court for basketball or tennis is a favorite among homeowners who have enough space to build one.Chipping AreaFor the golf...
by Susie Skog | Jun 16, 2026 | Insights & Trends
Here are four of todays most exciting wellness features that are finding their way into high-end homes.Cryotherapy ChamberThis treatment, which entails exposing yourself to temperatures as low as -250 F for a few minutes can relieve muscle and joint pain, rejuvenate...
