Mortgage points can be a confusing topic, especially if you’re not familiar with them. And while they are hefty in value, the information surrounding them is often overwhelming. So, let’s start with the most basic point: What, exactly, are mortgage points, and why do I need to know about them? Here’s a quick and simple guide to understanding...

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In many homes, the mudroom is the gateway into the house. In homes without a mudroom, a dedicated entryway space serves the same purpose. While it's easy to let things clutter and accumulate in these spaces, it's just as easy to find storage and organization solutions that work--no matter how much space you have. Here are some tips...

Millage rates are just one of the many specialized tax terms property owners are likely to encounter. While it's often used interchangeably to mean "tax rate," millage rates have some key differences. Here is a guide to understanding millage rates and a few other important pieces of property tax terminology: Millage rates Millage rate has nothing to do...

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Air plants don't require soil to live, so making a terrarium to display them in is a perfect DIY project. With just a few materials, you can make a beautiful habitat for your air plants that's also unique home decor. Here is a guide for how to make your own air plant terrarium: What you'll need Open glass...

Impeccably maintained, Move-in ready 3 Bed, 2 Bath Ranch home w/mostly finished Lower Level, 3 car side entry garage, corner lot on just over an Acre in desirable Edwardsville lake community. This home offers: Foyer entry, Family room w/ cozy fireplace and elegant vaulted ceiling, Spacious kitchen w/ an abundance of counter space, eat-in area, separate dining, split bedroom floor plan. The Master ensuite hosts dual bowl vanity, jetted tub and separate shower and main floor laundry The two guest rooms have a shared full bath. Lower Level has large recreation/multipurpose room, Kitchenette room, utility room, and additional multipurpose room...

Nestled at the end of a private lane is this two bedroom, two full bathroom earth home that provides privacy on 1.9 acres. Windows span the big country kitchen and spacious family room. A small home office is tucked in, adjacent to the family room. Dining room is separate and large. Master bedroom has its own private bathroom. Oversized garage allows for additional storage and workspace, as well as a third utility bathroom. A gazebo offers outdoor enjoyment in a natural setting. The house is clean and cozy, and roof is less than 10 years old. There is room to expand and really enjoy this property. You will love this spacious, very livable...

Check out this adorable move in ready historical Pueblo/Stucco style home. This cozy 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers plenty of space to entertain especially out in the backyard on the patio! This home also offers a newer HVAC, single car detached garage with alley access and off street parking. Schedule your appointment...

This classic midcentury 3 bedroom house is delightfully situated on a acre of land at the end of Bohm School Road. There are three bedrooms above grade and one below grade; two bathrooms above and one below as well. The master bath has a half bath w/two doors on either side, one provides access through the kitchen. The main floor full bath is updated. The eat in kitchen is updated, well planned, offering stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops. A portion on the yard is fenced. Tuck under two car tandem carport is at the rear of the home. This property also boasts amazing workshop space for the hobbyist: a solid concrete block 2...

This classic midcentury 3 bedroom house is delightfully situated on a acre of land at the end of Bohm School Road. There are three bedrooms above grade and one below grade; two bathrooms above and one below as well. The master bath has a half bath w/two doors on either side, one provides access through the kitchen. The main floor full bath is updated. The eat in kitchen is updated, well planned, offering stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops. A portion on the yard is fenced. Tuck under two car tandem carport is at the rear of the home. This property also boasts amazing workshop space for the hobbyist: a solid concrete block 2...