Home Loan
Why You Should Background-Search Yourself, and How
To potential employers, creditors, landlords, and strangers, your records are your reputation.
Many people make background-checking themselves a part of responsible identity maintenance, like regularly checking the three credit reports and staying on top of social media mentions. Beyond curiosity, there are practical reasons for us to look at what information is out there—and it's also OK just to be curious.
You might be curious about your s...
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Home Equity
3 Pleasant Side Effects of Your Home's Increased Value
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Home Equity
2022: The Year of the Cash-Out Refi
Home equity is booming, interest rates are dropping, and homeowners are laughing all the way to the bank.
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Homes Are Growing Bigger Again
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Have You Ever Gotten Bad Real Estate Advice?
People share their top picks for the worst real estate advice out there.
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Mortgage Refinance
Need Mortgage Refi Advice but Not Sure Where to Turn? Try Warren Buffett!
Buffett chimes in on mortgage refi boom with words of wisdom.
Solar Basics
Should You Buy a Home With Solar Panels?
What you need to know about buying a house with a renewable energy system.
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Oil Companies Blend Renewable Energy Into the Mix
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Solar News
Clean Energy Jobs Pay Better
Jobs in clean energy pay much more than average and, after the pandemic, are likely to recover quicker than fossil fuel jobs.
Solar News
Markets Are Moving Away From Fossil Fuels
You're probably divesting from fossil fuels without knowing it as markets shed carbon companies in favor of clean tech.
Solar News
What's the Future of Energy?
Which energy sources are set to dominate the industry?
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5 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Solar Installer
These tips can help you choose a solar company.
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Is a Grid-Tied Solar Panel System Right for You?
The pros, cons, and potential savings.
Solar Basics
Water and Power: How Rain and Clouds Affect Solar Energy Generation
How much does inclement weather affect solar energy production, and does it mean we need to have battery backup?
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Tips That Help You Get the Most out of Your Solar Panels
We help you maximize use and savings.
Energy Saving Tips
Going Green Saves Green: a Cost-Effective Way to Live
A green household is more efficient and less expensive in these many ways.
