1. No Time like the First Time
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... with an uncomfortable level of debt. Seeking the advice of a professional who can give you the lowdown on financing options that match your qualifications is a big step in the right direction. Once you’ve ...

2. When the Brood leaves the Nest
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... describe a “typical” empty nester’s home. Much depends on your individual lifestyle, family situation and other personal preferences. New living options marketed to meet a diversity of lifestyles are ...

3. The Price Is Right: Finding Home Financing to Suit Every Budget
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... homework. Of course, there is more than one way to make sure it gets done. Qualified professionals can lead you through the maze of options to the most efficient and economical solution for you. The professionals ...

4. First Time's the Charm: Tips for Beginning Homebuyers
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... afford a down payment or sheer unfamiliarity with the financing process. But today those worries are often unfounded; there is an array of financing options available for aspiring homeowners of almost ...

5. Rooms for Improvement: The Joys and Challenges of Fixer-Uppers
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... can we advise you on financing options (like the extensive alternatives available through ERA Mortgage), but we also often have fixer-uppers we'd love to find the right buyer for, and can call you about ...

6. Confidence Builder: Make the Most of Newly-Constructed Homes
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... future home's plans. Such options can help the consumer build their house to their every preference, while making it as accommodating in real life as it is promising on paper. There are ways to minimize ...

7. Paying It Forward: How Renters Become Buyers
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... 8" vouchers which are paid to the landlord, subsidizing your rental expenses and helping you save for a permanent home. Just as some renting options allow you to set funds aside, some types of purchases ...

8. Save More Than Energy: The Cost-Efficient Home
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... solar and geothermal are making considerable inroads in the modern home. It's more a matter of improvements on very familiar furnishings and appliances. Put simply, these options save by losing less.  ...

9. Empty Nests and Full Houses: Remodeling for Departing Kids and Returning Parents
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... there are a number of inviting options to consider. Mature baby boomers who are ready to enjoy the fruits of a lifetime of work and have the funds to invest in doing so, are converting the extra space ...

10. Using Your Energy Wisely: Alternative Energy in the Home
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... But just as there are many styles of homes for buyers' diverse tastes, there are varied options in energy systems ® with more than one sometimes working hand-in-hand for the same house. Wind power – an ...

11. How Accessibility Features Can Serve Homeowners of All Ages and Abilities
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... accessibility modifications. Talk to a local real estate professional about accessible-home options in any area where you may be interested in buying; he or she can also find out about financing opportunities ...