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Before you shop for a home, you should be prepared by knowing your price range, so you can stick to your financial comfort zone. I'd be happy to help you get started with a free no-obligation prequalification.

As more people are eager for what the coming months might bring, they are still proceeding cautiously.

Travel guidelines worth knowing before planning your next trip.

Apparently, our dogs can feel a little jealous if we give attention to another dog. If you do pet a friend’s cute pup, make sure you give your dog some attention too.

Find out what the 20 hottest housing markets were in March along with their median listing prices here:

Home builder confidence trended down in the latest NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index. New construction is important to home buyers because of low inventory of existing homes heading into spring buying season, but builders are concerned about material costs and affordability. Learn more here.

Get details here on how a mortgage pre-approval letter is helpful when buying a home. Contact me, if you have any questions.

National Sibling Day is April 10th. Don't forget to reach out to your brothers or sisters, especially if you haven't talked in a while.

Find out which towns are enticing baby boomers more than ever before.

Home improvement suggestions from HGTVs Rock the Block judges, Tarek El Moussa and Heather Rae Young...

Daylight saving time begins at 2AM on Sunday. Don't forget to set your analog clocks one hour ahead.

According to science, a girls trip can be good for your well being.

Fifty-five clever patio ideas for every type of home to inspire creativity

When selling your home, it is important to know what a capital gains tax is. Get details here.

Simple ways parents can help children stimulate their brains while staying home

A lower number of homes for sale is making it harder to buy. The hope is that once more people are vaccinated against the coronavirus; sellers will feel more comfortable listing their homes.