Total Time: Prep/Total Time: 30 min. Makes: 6 servings Ingredients 1 pound ground beef 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained 1 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed 3/4 cup uncooked instant rice 1/2 cup water 1 envelope taco seasoning 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese 1 package (16 ounces) […]
It’s important to familiarize yourself with a policy’s coverage before you sign. It’s an unpleasant surprise when you find out your homeowner’s policy doesn’t cover something you thought it did. Let’s read the fine print. Property damage that is not covered The typical homeowner’s policy covers your dwelling in the event of damage by fire,
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Seventy percent of homeowners say they’re not currently living in their dream neighborhood, according to a new survey of more than 2,000 respondents from Improvenet, a website focused on home improvement. The other 30% says that their dream neighborhood is located in a different town; 20% of that group say it’s three to 10 miles
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Summer is fun, but by July it may be so hot you’re tempted to stay inside 24-7. Here’s a July To-Dos list of indoor home maintenance chores to keep you busy. Water Heater Maintenance To prevent sediment accumulation, it’s wise to drain the water heater tank periodically. First, turn off the electricity or gas to
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Buyers financing their home purchase can save hundreds of dollars in their first year of owning just by shopping around for a mortgage, according to new study from NerdWallet, a personal finance website. Home shoppers who compare interest rates between five different lenders can pocket $430 in savings in their first year alone, according to
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Congratulations! You’ve found a home to buy and have applied for a mortgage! You are undoubtedly excited about the opportunity to decorate your new home! But before you make any big purchases, move any money around, or make any big-time life changes, consult your loan officer. They will be able to tell you how your
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A strategic plan to focus on value-boosting improvements ensures you get the most return on investment. Smart moves can help boost your home’s value. When increasing your home’s value is the goal, you need to think about what will appeal to potential buyers and boost the property’s listing price. This means you need to put
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When you only the monthly payments set by your mortgage company, in the end, you will pay a significant amount of interest. You can save money by making biweekly mortgage payments. It can reduce interest and shorten the term of the loan. Here’s how. Bit By Bit Paying off a mortgage over 30 years and
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Inkjet printers are a common choice for home printing, but laser printers that serve the more demanding business market are also big sellers for home use. Which is the printer for you? What type of printer do you need? The best printer for your home depends on your printing needs and the relative cost of the two
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When a home seller and a buyer come to an agreement on a sale, more than just the house and land are involved. Misunderstandings sometimes arise over elements of the home that the buyer thought were staying and the sellers intended to take with them. These decisions revolve around three legal concepts: real property, personal
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