Caring For Your New Home
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Brains, Brawn, and Boxes: Meet the Tech-Savvy Founder of 5 Smart Movers
I’m excited to kick off a new series highlighting outstanding local businesses, those trusted pros who help make the home buying and moving process smoother for everyone. Whether you’re searching for a reliable mover, a skilled realtor, or another go-to expert, I hope these spotlights help you make confident decisions. We begin our series with…
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Stand Alone 2nd Mortgage vs. HELOC
A HELOC (Home Equity Line of Credit) and a second mortgage are both loans that use your home’s equity as collateral, but they work differently. Here’s the key difference: 1. HELOC (Home Equity Line of Credit) 2. Second Mortgage (Home Equity Loan) Which One is Better? Interest Rate Comparison: HELOC vs. Second Mortgage Which Has…
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Dublin Shaker Has Us Thinking About Earthquake Insurance
On March 17, 2025, a magnitude 3.9 earthquake struck near my town of Dublin, California, jolting residents across the San Francisco Bay Area. This event serves as a stark reminder of the region’s seismic activity and the importance of preparedness. Living in one of the most seismically active areas globally, Bay Area residents face the…
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