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Lumber Prices Are Falling—Here's How You Can Save Money On Your Next DIY Project

If you have home projects to complete, now is the time.

Mortgage Loans: Stick With A Bank Or Go With A Broker?

It matters where you go for a mortgage. Who offers a better deal — a banker or broker?

Common Signs of Mold

Learn about the common signs of mold so that you can easily identify if you have mold in your home or business.

Bank credit: is it growing, and where’s it going?

Lenders have loosened purse strings, but some sectors are monopolising bank loans. Hence the clamour for more credit

How to Compare Banks and Credit Unions When Looking for a New Financial Home

Let's say you're moving to a new community and thus need a new home for your banking and checking services, or let's say you're in a situation where you've

Why There Are Diamonds on Tape Measures

In a perfect world, you could use the red marks to identify the placement of the studs. To locate a center between the studs, simply find the black diamond.

9 Age-Old Real Estate Tips to Ignore Completely

Not all advice is good advice. When it comes to the real estate market, friends and family may offer their unsolicited opinions based on common beliefs, but it’s always best to consult with a professional. However, even the experts have their agendas. So before you trust what was once “tried and true,” get the inside scoop, on what’s “here and now” when it comes to buying and selling your home.

The Benefits of Hiring a Remodeling Contractor

Here are the benefits of hiring a remodeling contractor instead of trying to do the work yourself.

5 Non-Traditional Questions to Ask to Select a Remodeling Contractor

Learn 5 non-traditional questions to ask to choose the right kitchen, bathroom or basement remodeling contractor

Things You Should Expect Your Mortgage Banker to Ask You

Five things you can plan on discussing with your mortgage banker. Take it from us, we do this every day.

Allied Remodeling > Contractor Standards Guide

This Guide explains what specifics to look for: BBB rating, insurance, licensing, certifications, and lots of things you might not even know to ask for.

7 Questions To Ask A Remodeling Contractor

Why Be a Broker When You Can Be a Mortgage Banker?

The rise of digital mortgages and increasing lender consolidation are just two reasons mortgage brokers should make the transition to mortgage banking sooner rather than later.

Ethics and Integrity Build Foundations for Professional Remodeling Contractors

How following a code of ethics improves communications, expectations, and supports business success in the remodeling industry.

What Does a Mortgage Banker Do?

A mortgage banker originates, funds and can service mortgage loans. Let's break down their services, responsibilities and how to hire one.

5 Things to Expect From a Good Mortgage Banker

Atlantic Bay Mortgage is a mortgage lender that genuinely cares about our clients. We continually provide the finest personal service to our clients.

How to Choose a Remodeling Contractor

At first glance, it would seem like the easiest way to find a remodeling contractor would be to just Google them. Of course if you did so, you’ll probably find more than enough candidates to choose from. And surely they must be the right ones for the jo

5 Things You Should Expect Your Mortgage Banker to Ask About

If you are thinking about purchasing a home, you'll want to know about these 5 things.