The compulsory purchase of insurance by a mortgage borrower to protect their lender from a loan default is under investigation, according to a report from the leading financial news agency, Bloomberg. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is questioning the validity of forcing borrowers as a condition of a loan to pay for insurance that…
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Two big Hollywood names, along with the most famous of all the tech sector mega-rich, are headlining the real estate market at the moment. The Beverly Hills home of iconic sex symbol Raquel Welch, who died in February last year aged 83, has just been put on the market for $3.95 million. It’s a beautiful…
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Performing 24/7, 365 days of the year, fridges are the crucial quiet achiever of the kitchen. Yet they are also the most under-appreciated appliance so, when they stop working unexpectedly, both food and budgets can also rapidly suffer. With so many areas of the US having hot summers, it’s difficult to imagine how early generations…
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With spring on the doorstep, there is no better time to bring this refreshing new season inside your home; and the bedroom is a great place to start. The heart of a home’s relaxation, bedrooms are ideal for a spring fling of colourful quilts, sheer curtains and flowers. Best of all, a spring refresh can…
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Summer holidays are just around the corner and who isn’t excited about that? But in your holiday planning don’t forget the furry, feathered and fishy members of the house. Holidaying homeowners have several options for the care of these friends, with the best deal for cats, birds and fish likely to be for them to…
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The latest statistics from the Pool and Hot Tub Alliance show 8% of Americans have a backyard pool, which totals around 10.4 million private waterholes across the country. Pool installations can be expensive but they can add value to a home and be worth their weight in gold for decades to come. The average cost…
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Cushiony comfort will bring sleep relief faster than you can say snooze. But finding the perfect pillow can be a nightmare, especially when there’s so many possibilities to choose from. So, sleepyheads, take some tips with you when you go pillow hunting. Firstly, consider your sleeping position. Stomach and back sleepers will generally prefer a…
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Green thumbs who want to add an extra something special to their garden this spring should definitely consider installing hanging baskets or pots. These wonderful inclusions will add a splash touch of colour to any garden and are easy to care for, ensuring they’re ideal for first-time gardeners. Fantastic colourful plants for hanging baskets, many…
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With summer on the doorstop, wood-burning fireplaces and stoves now need some maintenance to ensure home safety. The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) advises homeowners to have their chimneys cleaned at least once every year to lessen the risk of unwanted fires as well as carbon monoxide exposure. Caring for fireplaces now will also…
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It’s the three words that home buyers constantly hear: “location, location, location”. That’s because location is a key reason why home buyers will purchase one dwelling over another, regardless of what the home offers. Why? Fixtures and fittings are changeable but location isn’t. Nearby amenities, particularly rapidly evolving ones, will also add to the property…
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