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What is the Most Common Cause of Homeowner’s Insurance Claims?

Homeowners insurance helps protect you in case of unforeseen circumstances and incidents such as fire, hail and theft. Unfortunately, people do not often realize that the number one reason for insurance claims at home is something that they never thought of. What is the most common cause of homeowner’s insurance claims?

Chris Hemsworth Net Worth: ‘Thor’ Actor Buys Malibu Home for $3.4M

Chris Hemsworth and his wife Elsa Pataky have recently bought a new home in Malibu, CA for $3.4 million. The “Thor” actor recently sold a property in the same area months ago, but it looks like Hemsworth and Pataky are not looking into saying goodbye to the beaches of California.

3 Reasons You Should NEVER Let Family or Friends Do Your Home DIY Projects

DIY projects are always a fun thing to do – much more when you are doing it with your family and friends. While doing these tasks with your loved ones can help strengthen your bond, there is a fine line between professionalism and comfort. Here are 3 reasons you should never let a family member or friend do your home renovation projects:
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  • Pros and Cons of Rent-Controlled Apartments
    Prices of rents across the U.S. are shooting up, especially in major cities. Fortunately, there are rent-controlled apartments, which give people the chance to find a place to live in without breaking the bank. What are rent-controlled apartments and are you qualified to live in one?
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  • 3 Simple Ways To Setting Up A Picture-Perfect Home For Listing
    Home buyers comprise the 84% of people who turn to the internet when searching for homes. An impressive number which means homes should have strong and lasting virtual impression.
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  • What Do Buyers Want Most from a Home According to the Property Brothers?
    Stars of HGTV’s “Property Brothers” recently shared the top ten things that buyers want and need most from a home. These things may come in handy if you want to receive multiple offers on the house you are selling in the real estate market.
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  • 3 Tips You Need to Know Before Selling Your Home
    Selling a home is never an easy job even in today’s busy spring buying market. Selling one is very different from buying one, but there are several essential things that you need to know before you list your property in the real estate market.
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  • Can You Still Buy a New Home After Foreclosure?
    A foreclosure might mean you have lost ownership of your first home, but that does not mean the end of it all. While going through a short sale or foreclosure can ruin your credit, reports state that it is still possible to bounce back and buy a new home despite this record. What kinds of instances make it easier for buyers to get a new home after foreclosure?
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  • 3 Cheap and Easy Ways to Give Your Rental Kitchen a Makeover
    Renting a house has its limitations and more often than not, you always need to seek for your landlord’s permission before doing anything. While this means that you have little to no control over the design and overall look of your rental home, you can still personalize your home without ruining your chances of getting your security deposit back.
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  • Single Living: The Pros and Cons of Buying a Home Before Marriage
    In the early years, there was a common notion that women should hold off on their plans of buying a home until they get married. However, this no longer seems to be the case nowadays. Current figures show that single females are now making up 15 percent of the home-buying market. Should you buy solo or should you wait first? Here are the pros and cons of buying a home before married:
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  • Should You Go for Higher Payments in Your Mortgage?
    Mortgage payments are long-term commitments, especially for those who opted for a 30-year term. While some may be on the lookout for the lowest interest rate, there may be times when going for higher payments can provide you with more advantages in the long run. Should you consider paying higher for your mortgage?
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  • House Selling Tips: 3 Ways Comps Can Affect Your List Price
    Comparable market analysis aka “comps” is a great guide to finding out the list price of the house you are selling on the real estate market. While your Realtor will try to go through an in-depth analysis to come up with the most accurate list price for your home, sadly, not all comps turn out to be the way sellers had in mind.
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  • Should You Co-Sign a Family Member, Relative or Friend’s Mortgage?
    Good credit is one of the requirements in applying for a mortgage. Unfortunately, not everyone is able to attain the credit rating standards set by lenders, especially those who are just starting to work. Co-signing a mortgage is one of the options being offered to buyers who are unable to apply for a mortgage because of bad credit. Should you consider being a co-signer for a family member, relative or friend?
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