News & Views
Balancing the Pros and Cons of Solar Battery Systems for Energy Independence
Solar energy is a clean source of power. Click here to find out the pros and cons of solar battery systems and how to balance them to achieve energy independence.
Solar battery systems can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutants. This also has the added advantage of lowering your carbon footprint, ensuring you that you cut your contribution to global warming.
Solar battery systems store surplus solar energy generated by solar panels for later use. They can offer several advantages, includin...
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Buying a Home
Solid Tips for First-Time Homebuyers
7 pieces of proven advice for tackling this milestone event.
Refinancing
3 Good Uses of a Cash-Out Refi
A cash-out refi can supercharge your mortgage with a new low interest rate and line your pockets too, but this is not mad money.
Buying a Home
How Much Should You Save for a Down Payment?
We all know money talks. Here's what your down payment says to lenders.
Fundamentals
Learning Center: Mortgage Myths Debunked
Some of what you have heard about home loans simply isn't true.
Home Improvement
The Most Effective Winter Energy Tip Just Got a Lot More Important
One home improvement brings you a 117% ROI and could save you hundreds this winter.
Solar News
Is Minnesota Poised to Take Over the Solar Industry?
Minnesota’s Iron Range is planning an enormous solar panel manufacturing facility.
Solar News
California Sued Over Bogus Solar Rule
The California Solar and Storage Association is fighting back.
Solar Basics
Why the Value Proposition of Solar Keeps Improving
Marvel at all the ways solar keeps getting more affordable compared to the only real alternative people have, the grid.
Solar News
Previously Hesitant Homeowners Are Now Going Solar in Droves
As energy costs rise, solar keeps getting cheaper.
Mortgage Refinance
Mortgage Refinance Checklist #3: The Documents You Need
The paperwork you need and where to get the documents for a faster and more informed refinance.
Mortgage Refinance
Tax Deductions and Your Mortgage Refinance
Refinanced in 2020? Here's what you need to know about tax deductions!
Mortgage Refinance
Experts Urge People to Switch to 15-Year Fixed, and Here's Why
Combine a shorter term with one of today's low refi rates and you get a double dose of savings.
Mortgage Refinance
The Relationship Between Equity and Refinancing
What happens to your hard-earned equity when you replace your mortgage contract?
Home Buying
Discount Points vs. More Money Down: The Best Use of Your Cash
Common sense says to put as much money down on a home as you can afford, but the power of discount points is undeniable.
Mortgage Refinance
3 Ways You Can Speed Up Your Mortgage Refi
Due to the soaring popularity of refinancing, the process can drag, but here are ways to accelerate it.
Mortgage Refinance
Mortgage Interest Rates Over Time
6-year data that could help you make smart money moves.
Mortgage Refinance
Don't Believe These 3 Popular Money Myths
Doing so could cost you big!
Home Improvement
Don't Lose 10% of Your Home's Value: Spring Maintenance Checklist
Spring is the ideal season to retain or renew your home's value through these mostly DIY-friendly tasks.
Getting Started
3 Important Money-Management Lessons to Teach Your Kids
How to set your children up for financial success.
