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Get your home winter-ready: smart ways to pay for repairs and improvements

by Sarah Li-Cain

The weather is getting cooler, the leaves are falling, and that roof repair that you meant to get to in the summer is still on your to-do list. You're probably not the only homeowner that's facing this as nearly two-thirds have put off repairs or maintenance because of costs, according to a Clever real estate survey. And about 55% of homeowners say they couldn't cover a $5,000 emergency repair without going into debt. The promising news is that many homeowners may be able to use their home equity to fund repairs. According to the ICE Mortgage Monitor report as of August 2026, homeowners had nearly $12 trillion of home equity that…

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November 18, 2021 | Home

Best Santa Claus ornament

by Elliot Miller

Santa Claus has become one of the most recognizable folklore characters around the world. A Santa Claus Christmas ornament can make a good gift and…

November 18, 2021 | Home

Best Christmas tree garland

by Elliot Miller

Christmas tree garland is a must-have for decorating the tree, but there are so many possibilities. Some garland is shiny, some strings are slim and…

November 22, 2021 | Miscellaneous

by Allen Foster

Shopping early has its advantages. If you can get your gift-buying done before the holidays arrive, you’ll be better prepared to relax and enjoy…

November 18, 2021 | Toys & Games

Best supplies for snow-fort building

by Abbey Ryan

Are you hoping to encourage your kids to spend more time outdoors this winter? Supplies for snow-fort building can transform a boring, chilly winter…

November 18, 2021 | Home

Best girls Christmas stocking

by Kandi Neal

Decorating for the holidays can be a fun holiday activity that the whole family can enjoy. As you start to unravel lights, unpack boxes and put the…

November 20, 2021 | Miscellaneous

Looking to get some holiday shopping done this weekend? Here are 17 early Black Friday deals we love

by Jennifer Manfrin

Thanksgiving is still several days away, but early Black Friday prices have already arrived on many popular name-brand items you’ll be proud to…

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