Memorial Day is celebrated by millions of Americans each year. It is a time set aside for us to pay our respects to the men and women who have given their lives while serving in the military. They died protecting the freedoms that today we enjoy, and Memorial Day reminds… read more →
Watch out for these sneaky score pitfalls that could ruin your credit and keep you from moving into your next place. When it comes to major financial transactions, your credit score matters. By now you know there’s no getting around the fact that financial institutions weigh a lot against those… read more →
Blue Angels Air Shows May 20 and 22, 2015 Annapolis, MD. The Blue Angels Air Shows demonstrate choreographed flight skills of the U.S. Navy’s Flight Demonstration Squadron. Viva Vienna May 23-25, 2015 Vienna, Virginia celebrates with a community festival including food, crafts, music, carnival rides and a Memorial Day tribute.
A reverse mortgage is a loan for senior homeowners that uses the home’s equity as collateral. The loan generally does not have to be repaid until the last surviving homeowner permanently moves out of the property or passes away. At that time, the estate has approximately 6 months to repay… read more →
There are several ways to pay for your home improvement project. Which one is right for you? That depends on a range of factors, including project cost, your household budget, how much you’ve saved, and how soon you plan to start work. This checklist of pros and cons can help… read more →
Choosing a home in an unfamiliar neighborhood can be nerve-racking, but it’s almost inevitable when moving to a new city—or even across town. There’s a lot at stake: The wrong decision can cost you money and peace of mind. Here are some tips to guide you in your search.
When you’re considering buying a house, there are two sides to the story: the seller’s asking price and the actual value of the property. This is where an appraiser steps in.
To transform your garden into an Edenic land of bounty, think of swapping your pretty-but-useless ornamental plants for edible ones. Instead of ornamental hedges around the sides, use apple or citrus trees. You can train them to grow against a wall by tying them to a frame—this is called espalier.… read more →