Jenny Murphy, Realtor

Before you buy a home in a neighborhood with a homeowners association, you should be aware of the bylaws, expected dues and more.

7 Ways HOA Dues Affect Your Finances HOA dues help you share expenses with your neighbors, and also impact your budget. Learn what they do and don't cover, and how it will impact your finances.

You're likely aware that there may be barriers to buying a home, but that doesn't mean it's impossible.

Lessons from Last Year’s Unsuccessful Home Buyers - NerdWallet Looking at the most common barriers to buying a home last year may give prospective buyers the edge they need to close a deal in 2022.

House hunting can be exhausting, especially when there's low inventory and high demand. But all is not lost: These five tips may help you find what you're looking for.

Finding a Home in a Hot Market Having trouble on your home search? Read this.

How are mortgage interest rates decided? Well, some of it is within your control, and some of it isn't. Learn more:

4 factors you can control that affect your mortgage interest rate There are many factors that affect mortgage interest rates. Some of those factors are within your control, and some are not. Learn how your credit score, down payment, DTI and loan terms can impact the interest rate you are offered by a lender.

Cleaning your stovetop and oven can be quite a chore, but these pointers may make it a little easier.

Oven-Cleaning Hacks From an Eco-Friendly Cleaning Expert | Well+Good An eco-minded cleaning expert shares his best oven and stove cleaning hacks for an efficient and safe clean, inside and out.

Are you interested in a new-construction home? Make sure you have a plan -- and reach out if you need assistance finding property.

Should You Buy Land and Build Your Own House? Is building your own home a viable—even cheaper—alternative in today's hot housing market?

If you find yourself needing some financial help, you may think about tapping into your home's equity. Here's what you should know:

How to Safely Tap Home Equity in a Financial Emergency - NerdWallet Tapping into home equity safely requires understanding the costs and risks, thoughtfully planning and shopping around to find the best deal.

Do you know when it's time to sell? Before you list your home, there are some things you should think about.

Selling Tips Consider these five factors.

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Some homeowners are getting tired of open floor plans. Are you still on board with this trend, or are you looking for ways to close off parts of your living area?

We're Putting Up Walls Again—Is the Open Floor Plan on Its Way Out? Over the past decade, the open floor plan has dominated the vast majority of interior design. The tide, however, is turning—we're putting up walls again. Here's what several interior designs say about this switch.

Planning to redo your backyard this spring? Here's how to estimate the costs.

​​How to Calculate the Cost of Your Backyard Renovation We spoke to three pros about how to break it down and where you can save

Learn about the qualification requirements and possible limitations if you're considering a home equity line of credit on an investment property.

Can You Get a HELOC on an Investment Property? - NerdWallet You can get a HELOC on an investment property, but consider the strict requirements, limited availability and alternative funding options.

Here are four key things to consider before buying a house to flip or rent out.

What to Know About Investing in Property Set yourself up for success by defining your goals, setting your budget and more.

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Protect your most precious investment by learning how to identify and prevent harmful mold.

Everything You Need to Know About Getting Rid of Mold in Your Home Mold is a fungi that spreads easily via spores that blow through the air and are also believed to produce toxic mycotoxins. Here, experts explain how to identify what type of mold you're dealing with and explain how to remove it from your home.

Pass these first-time buyer tips along to anyone searching for their first home.

First-Time Homebuyer Tips—And Mistakes To Avoid Purchasing a home for the first time can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Follow these tips to make the homebuying process a little bit easier.

Make life easier (and maybe save some money) by taking on these manageable around-the-house projects.

8 DIY Projects You Really Should Know How to Do Yourself You can do it

Here are a few tips and ideas to help you upgrade your space.

4 Popular Kitchen Upgrades to Consider Need help with anything? Reach out if you'd like to check in.

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Are you familiar with FHA construction loans? Here's how they can help you build a new home or renovate the one you're buying.

How FHA Construction Loans Work | Bankrate An FHA construction loan can help you build a new home or renovate one you plan to buy.

Do you want your wood floors to last a lifetime? Follow these expert cleaning tips.

How to Maintain Wood Floors Expert tips to ensure your flooring lasts for decades

For some homeowners, it might make sense to pay off your mortgage ahead of schedule. Here are a few possible ways it could be done.

5 Tips to Pay Your Mortgage Off Quicker You've heard about the value of making bi-weekly payments right? Here's why this approach works so well, and other strategies to keep in mind while you're at it.

These misconceptions can cause unnecessary stress and get in the way of your purchasing plans.

5 Common Homebuying Myths Find out what's true and what's not.

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Do you want to increase the value of your home this year? Here are seven project ideas for inspiration.

7 DIY Projects to Undertake If You Want to Improve Your House’s Value in 2022 From ambitious to beginner-level jobs

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If you're ready to redo the kitchen but have been dreading the costs, take a look at these smart tips to help you stick to your budget.

4 Smart Ways to Save Money on a Kitchen Remodel We asked the experts the best ways to save money on a kitchen remodel, without sacrificing style. Save this advice for your next kitchen reno.

Ready to become a homeowner? Here are a few key tips for first-time buyers.

How To Become A Homeowner in 2022 | Bankrate Make this the year that you get on the property ladder.

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Long-distance moves can be tricky. Take a look at these smart planning strategies if you're preparing to relocate to a new city or state.

5 Tips for Managing a Cross-Country Move Have questions or need recommendations for service providers? Reach out anytime.