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(StatePoint) Buying a home might be the most significant financial decision you ever make. By understanding these eight key steps in the process, you can move forward with confidence, clarity and long-term success:

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(BPT) - Now more than ever, first-time homebuyers are dialed into the interest rate environment and what it means for purchasing a house. That's why many experts advise that buyers "marry the home and date the rate" — in other words, buy a ho…

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(BPT) - Choosing energy-efficient heating and cooling equipment, scheduling regular maintenance appointments and changing the furnace filter can all help contribute to a more comfortable and energy-efficient home. However, properly serviced e…

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(BPT) - As wildfire threats grow more severe across the western and southern U.S., Mercury Insurance continues to provide tips to help homeowners proactively reduce their risk. With decades of experience insuring homes in high-risk wildfire z…

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(BPT) - Do you think about your home's water quality? From daily showers to brewing your morning cup of coffee, you use water for so many everyday tasks, including ones that can impact your well-being. That's why it's important to learn more …

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(BPT) - Longing to finally embrace that springtime feeling? If so, you're probably ready to refresh your outdoor space in time for the warmer weather, whether for at-home entertaining or relaxing under the sun. Combining different style prefe…

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(BPT) - If you own a home by the water, you understand that a dock is much more than a place to park a boat. It's a sundeck, a diving platform, a fishing perch and a year-round spot for stargazing and enjoying sunsets. Choosing the right mate…