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Eligible borrowers can use their VA loan benefits to purchase a condominium rather than a single-family home. For first time homebuyers, a condo or townhome can have multiple benefits compared to a standalone house. However, to use your VA loan on a condo property, the property must be within a VA-approved development. Here's a guide to the basics...

Approval

Condo

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Posted on 09/20/2024

Architectural style guide: American houses

When asked to imagine American houses, many people would...

American Architecture

Architectural Style

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Posted on 09/13/2024

Common glass types & how they are made

Since discovery, glass has been marveled at and used...

Glass Types

Glass

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Posted on 09/11/2024

Truro, MA Real Estate Market Update 9/11/2024

Click here to view Truro, MA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 09/06/2024

Have the perfect movie night with these home theater ideas

The home theater room has recently exploded as an...

Home Decor

Home Theater

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Posted on 08/30/2024

The basics of vacuum robots

Vacuuming the floor can be a real hassle, as there’s many...

Clean Home

Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Posted on 08/23/2024

3 Home upgrades that can increase property value and bring your household together

Regardless of your household structure, there's a good chance some quality time is bound to happen. Perhaps you fancy a few board games, potluck dinners or simply relaxing on the couch, but what if you could get a little more productive with your household's quality time? Here are a few popular projects for any household: The breakfast nook...

Breakfast Nook

Diy

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Posted on 08/16/2024

5 Design Trends That Are Dating Your Kitchen

Unfortunately, some trends do not keep their appeal long-term. If you’re designing your kitchen based on popular past trends, you might find yourself stuck with a dated aesthetic years later. Sometimes, dated kitchen features can even work against you when selling your home. If you’re putting your house on the market and considering some kitchen updates, here are...

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