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We all know how important it is to filter our thoughts before we speak. We’ve all had that moment when something slips through that filter and gets us into trouble. Sometimes one sentence can set a family’s relationship back for months. But sometimes we don’t know exactly how much to ...

US average mortgage rates little changed; 30-year at 2.86%

WASHINGTON — Mortgage rates were mixed this week and barely changed after rising for the first time last week following six weeks of declines. Average rates for home loans remain historically low at under 3%. Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac reported Thursday that the average for the 30-year ...

US home contract signings see big rebound in May

SILVER SPRING, Md. — More Americans signed contracts to buy homes in May, a surprising rebound after months of cooling in the housing market, where lack of inventory has pushed prices to record levels.The National Association of Realtors’ index of pending home sales rose 8% to 114.7 in last ...

Signs of drought stress and what to do about it

A pristine lawn is a source of pride for homeowners. Even the most well-maintained lawns must confront a host of challenges in a given year, and perhaps no challenge is more daunting than drought.Homeowners may feel helpless when drought strikes and begins to transform their lawns from green ...

The only thing sweeter than my homemade BBQ sauce…

This week is sweet and simple...Kinda like the homemade bbq sauce that I’m about to whip up.Western Heating + Air is grateful.Grateful for everyone who has worked...Grateful for everyone who has sacrificed...Grateful for everyone who has died...All for our freedom.We are especially grateful ...

US average mortgage rates decline; 30-year at 2.98%

WASHINGTON — Mortgage rates declined this week, with the key 30-year loan slipping back below the 3% mark as the economic recovery from the pandemic recession remains robust.Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac reported Thursday that the average for the 30-year home loan eased to 2.98% from 3.02% last ...