After 18 years serving with the U.S. Army’s 82nd Airborne Division during the Gulf War, Steven Hotz found relief for his severe PTSD through a VA-sponsored class on blacksmithing. With the help of retired veteran Dave Seitz, he started Black Horse Forge - a nonprofit focused on supporting veterans and first responders through therapy in learning the blacksmithing trade. Senior Loan Officer Tony Bolding from our Fredericksburg branch was honored name Steven Hotz as an ALCOVA Hometown Hero. #ALCOVAcares
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While spring is commonly known as the peak real estate season, that doesn’t mean you can’t sell and make a profit during the market’s “offseason.” If you are considering listing your home this fall, here are four tips to get your home open-house ready! 🍁🏠🍂 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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4 Tips for Selling Your House in the Fall - ALCOVA Mortgage
Thinking about listing your house? Find out which home improvements will hit the right note with buyers during the pandemic and beyond.
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6 Home Upgrades Buyers Want in the COVID-19 Era
Did you know that September is REALTOR® Safety Month? Check out this safety tip from the National Association of REALTORS® and visit https://bit.ly/3lQ6Dny to learn more! #realtorsafety #realestate #staysafe
Thinking about moving out of a city and into the country? Here are a few things to know about USDA loans and why it might be a good option for you!
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Moving to the Country? This Overlooked Loan Makes It So Easy
Shorter days, cooler nights, and warm colors all signal the arrival of fall! Now’s the perfect time to finish up any last-minute maintenance projects and get your home and yard ready for the autumn season. 🍂 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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5 Tips to Prepare Your Home for Fall - ALCOVA Mortgage
If you love DIY ideas, here are some easy home projects you can accomplish over the weekend!
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25 Remodeling Projects You Can Do in a Weekend
Dreading your fall yard clean-up chores? Try these seasonal yard hacks and get back to doing the things you enjoy!
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15 Tricks to Know If You Hate Fall Yard Work
National Fire Prevention Week (October 4 - 10, 2020) serves as a good reminder that there's never a bad time to review fire safety tips with your family and make sure that you are practicing fire prevention in your home. Here are some smart steps you can take to keep your home and family safe! #ALCOVAMortgageBlog #FirePreventionWeek
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3 Crucial Tips to Prevent a House Fire - ALCOVA Mortgage
With careful planning and a little effort, you can transform your garage from a messy catchall to an efficient, well-organized space!
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Regain Your Garage: Simple Tricks for Getting Organized
Keep your home in peak condition by staying on top of these quick and easy home maintenance tips! 🏠 #homemaintenancetips
These DIY ideas will ensure that every inch of your house will look unique and festive this season—not to mention scary! 👻🎃
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Be the Ghostess With the Mostess With These DIY Halloween Decorations
Buying a house is one of the biggest purchases you will ever make, so it makes sense that it might bring along some extra stress with it. Here are four tips to help keep the stress at bay! 🏠 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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4 Tips to Stress Less Over Your Mortgage - ALCOVA Mortgage
To ensure you get the most out of your home inspection, here's a great list of questions to make sure you cover with your inspector!
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16 Questions To Ask a Home Inspector Before, During, and After a Home Inspection
Looking for some tasty Halloween treats - not tricks - this year? Check these scary-good ideas! 👻
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It's Scary How Good These Halloween Snacks Are
These aren't your classic carved jack-o'-lanterns. Check out these cool painted pumpkin designs! 🎃
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48 Easy Pumpkin Painting Ideas to Try This Year
Owning a home requires regular and seasonal maintenance that you must stay on top off. Whether it’s changing your air filters, cleaning gutters, or testing your smoke detectors, there is always plenty to do around the house. But did you know that there are major updates that may be needed about every ten years? 🏠 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog https://bit.ly/37ovWbJ
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5 Major Home Updates You Should Consider - ALCOVA Mortgage
Are you looking at purchasing a new-construction home? Here are some important points to consider!
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What to Look For in New-Construction Homes: These 5 Crucial Aspects Should Be on Your Radar
Whether your front yard is in need of a few tweaks or a full face-lift, the following tips will help boost your home's curb appeal while catching the eyes of potential buyers!
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6 Modest Front-Yard Updates Home Sellers Should Never Forget
Check out these 5 ways your home can potentially harm you and get the expert advice you need on preventing these issues.
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Is Your Home Trying to Kill You?
Before you carve up your next pumpkin masterpiece, be sure to brush up on these carving safety tips first! 🎃
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Pumpkin Carving Safety Tips | The Hand Society
Whether you love or dread the frosty winter temperatures, we all like to save money while staying comfortable in our home when the temperatures drop. By taking a few simple steps towards winterizing your home, you can achieve both goals! 🏠 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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4 Expert Tips on Winterizing Your Home - ALCOVA Mortgage
Congratulations, Vanessa Williams! #alcova #topproducer
Wishing you a safe and spooktacular Halloween! 👻🎃
Let the creative pumpkin carving begin! 🎃
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39 Free Pumpkin Stencils for Your Best Jack-o'-Lanterns Yet
No matter what sort of cold-weather climate you live in, a few home maintenance chores can go a long way to protect your home from the elements. Check out these expert tips!
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15 Important Steps to Get Your House Prepped for Winter
We don't just do mortgages - we help make dreams come true! 🏠 #ALCOVA #homeiswheretheheartis #homeownershipdreams
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Thank you to the men and women of our military for your service and sacrifice. #VeteransDay
There’s nothing like being home for the holidays! Filled with traditions, family and friends, and lots of yummy food, the holiday season can give so much joy yet require a lot of prep work along the way. Get ready for the all the holiday merriment with these home prep tips! 🏠 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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5 Ways to Prep Your Home for the Holidays - ALCOVA Mortgage
The Halloween decorations are packed up and Thanksgiving is on the way! Check out Bob Vila's top ten list of November projects to tackle next!
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Bob Vila's 10 "Must Do" Projects for November
We just released our latest Home Front Newsletter full of handy home maintenance tips and insightful mortgage advice. Check it out! https://bit.ly/3etnJV8
Your celebration may look different this year, but that doesn't mean it has to be any less exciting. Here are some ideas to keep your Thanksgiving both festive and memorable!
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Yes, It's Still Possible to Have a Fun and Festive Thanksgiving This Year
Keep your home in peak condition by staying on top of these quick and easy home maintenance tips! 🏠 #homemaintenancetips #alcova
While buyers tend to mostly focus on listing prices of houses, owning a home includes a list of expenses that aren’t included in that sticker price. Make sure you are ready for these 3 unexpected costs! 🏠 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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The 3 Most Unexpected Costs of Home Ownership - ALCOVA Mortgage
Virtual home tours are a great way to whittle down your options and act fast in a red-hot real estate market. Check out these expert tips for modern day showings!
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How To Tour a House Today: Tips To Make the Most of Virtual or In-Person Showings
From our family to yours, we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving! #ALCOVA #OwnTheHolidays
Your home is one of your biggest investments, so it’s important that it serves the needs of you and your family. If you are thinking about upgrading to a bigger house, here are three signs it might be time to make your move! 🏠 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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3 Signs It’s Time for a Bigger House - ALCOVA Mortgage
Winter is shaping up to be a busy homebuying season. Stay ahead of the pack with these crucial strategies!
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Bundle Up! Winter's Home-Buying Game Has Changed. Here's How To Win
After six years in the US Air Force, veteran Brandon Alterio started his next chapter as a law enforcement officer. He also serves his local community as a substitute teacher and basketball coach at William Byrd High School. Loan Officer Matt Crizer from our Daleville branch was honored to present Brandon with his Hometown Hero award at the Vinton Police Department. #ALCOVAcares https://bit.ly/3og0stt
While the holidays mark the most wonderful time of the year, it’s also “‘tis the season” for home burglaries. Here are some simple tips improve your home’s safety and security during the holidays! #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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5 Ways to Keep Your Home Secure This Holiday Season - ALCOVA Mortgage
Home prices continue to rise. Check out the latest details! 🏠
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Home prices see greatest gain in over 6 years - HousingWire
Did you move into a new home this holiday season? Here are seven tips to make it warm and cozy—even if you’re still unpacking boxes.
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7 Tips for Settling Into Your New Space This Holiday Season
This year, make sure you decorate your front door with all kinds of holiday cheer! Here are 9 ideas from the decorating experts!
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How to Have the Jolliest Holiday Front Door in Your Neighborhood
We believe that every child deserves to discover a little magic under their tree during the holidays. That's why our branches and corporate staff come together each year to make spirits bright with our annual Toys for Tots drive. #ALCOVACares #ToysForTots
As you prepare your home for the holidays, it's good to review these 12 simple safety tips to reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire or injury.
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12 Holiday Lighting Safety Tips | The Light Lab
Whether you plan on upping your holiday spirit or simply looking for new festive ideas, you always have plenty of delightful options to make your home nice and cozy. Here are some of our favorite ideas for sprucing up your home for the holidays and raising the cozy factor! #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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4 Cozy Home Holiday Ideas to Try - ALCOVA Mortgage
Just a little home holiday humor! 🎄 #FunFriday #ALCOVA
The desire to own a home doesn’t stop during the holidays, especially in a hot seller's market. Here are seven great reasons not to wait to sell your house this holiday season!
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Your House May Be High on the Buyer Wish List This Holiday Season
Keep your home in peak condition by staying on top of these quick and easy home maintenance tips! 🏠 #homemaintenancetips #alcova
Is it worth it to renovate your current home, or should you move on with selling it? Make the best decision for your situation by asking yourself some key questions! 🏠#ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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3 Questions to Ponder Before Renovating or Selling - ALCOVA Mortgage
Warm holiday wishes, from our family to yours! 🎄☃️ #ALCOVA
Decorating the tree, giving gifts, and watching holiday movies are just a few of the many ways to celebrate the holiday season. Here are some of our favorite yuletide rituals that just might become your next favorite family tradition! 🎄 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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6 Heartwarming Holiday Traditions Your Family Will Love - ALCOVA Mortgage
Is it worth it to renovate your current home, or should you move on with selling it? Make the best decision for your situation by asking yourself some key questions! 🏠#ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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3 Questions to Ponder Before Renovating or Selling - ALCOVA Mortgage
Wishing you all the best in the New Year! #2021 #HappyNewYear
As 2020 comes to a close (finally!), you can get a jumpstart on the new year by checking out these 7 interior design trends!
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7 Interior Design Trends Everyone Will Be Trying in 2021, According to Experts
Protecting your investment in a house starts with understanding the factors that may threaten your home’s value down the road. You might be surprised by these four factors! 🏠#ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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4 Surprising Factors That Decrease Home Value - ALCOVA Mortgage
So, what all can you negotiate when buying a home? Give this article a read if you are looking to buy in the new year!
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Let's Make a Deal! 7 Things You Can Negotiate When Buying a Home—Beyond the Asking Price
Warm holiday wishes, from our family to yours! 🎄☃️ #ALCOVA
Decorating the tree, giving gifts, and watching holiday movies are just a few of the many ways to celebrate the holiday season. Here are some of our favorite yuletide rituals that just might become your next favorite family tradition! 🎄 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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6 Heartwarming Holiday Traditions Your Family Will Love - ALCOVA Mortgage
What will mortgage rates look like in 2021? Check this out!
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Could 2% define mortgage rates for the next decade? - HousingWire
No matter what your personal goals are for 2021, don’t forget to set some New Year’s resolutions for your home! Of course, we jotted down some ideas for you to consider on our blog! 🏠 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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4 New Year's Resolutions for Your Home - ALCOVA Mortgage
Check out the latest forecast for the 2021 housing market! https://bit.ly/33DrX8B
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What To Expect in 2021's Housing Market: This Is How Much Home Prices Will Rise
Wishing you all the best in the New Year! #2021 #HappyNewYear
As 2020 comes to a close (finally!), you can get a jumpstart on the new year by checking out these 7 interior design trends!
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7 Interior Design Trends Everyone Will Be Trying in 2021, According to Experts
Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or an experienced buyer, there are some important things to know first to ensure that your homebuying process is smooth and simple. On the blog today, we cover 5 tips you need to know! 🏠 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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5 Things to Know First Before Applying for a Home Loan - ALCOVA Mortgage
With rates being so low, Millennials are definitely making a push to refinance! Wondering if now is the right time for you? Give us a call!
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Millennials Push To Refinance With Interest Rates Hitting A New Historic Low
Want to be more organized at home in 2021? Avoid these common mistakes!
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Organizing Mistakes That Make Your House Look Messy
What will mortgage rates look like in 2021? Check this out!
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Could 2% define mortgage rates for the next decade? - HousingWire
No matter what your personal goals are for 2021, don’t forget to set some New Year’s resolutions for your home! Of course, we jotted down some ideas for you to consider on our blog! 🏠 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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4 New Year's Resolutions for Your Home - ALCOVA Mortgage
Check out the latest forecast for the 2021 housing market! https://bit.ly/33DrX8B
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What To Expect in 2021's Housing Market: This Is How Much Home Prices Will Rise
Words to live by. #MLKDay #MotivationMonday
Planning on adopting healthier habits at home in 2021? Here are a few tips to get you started!
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Health and Wellness Upgrades You Can Make at Home - Stay Informed and Inspired
Keep your home in peak condition by staying on top of these quick and easy home maintenance tips! 🏠 #homemaintenancetips #alcova
Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or an experienced buyer, there are some important things to know first to ensure that your homebuying process is smooth and simple. On the blog today, we cover 5 tips you need to know! 🏠 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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5 Things to Know First Before Applying for a Home Loan - ALCOVA Mortgage
With rates being so low, Millennials are definitely making a push to refinance! Wondering if now is the right time for you? Give us a call!
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Millennials Push To Refinance With Interest Rates Hitting A New Historic Low
Want to be more organized at home in 2021? Avoid these common mistakes!
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Organizing Mistakes That Make Your House Look Messy
Thank you to everyone who helped make this possible! #alcova #topproducer
Check out the latest kitchen trends that will be super popular in 2021!
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Top 2021 Kitchen Trends with Long-Lasting Style
Are you ready to take on homeownership? Read this and find out! 👍
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5 Signs You Are Ready To Be a Homeowner (That Have Nothing To Do With Money)
Did you know that 80% of people who make a New Year’s resolution fail by the start of February? Whether you are trying to curb unwanted habits or establish new routines, stay on target by following these five steps! #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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5 Tips to Make Your New Year’s Resolution Stick - ALCOVA Mortgage
Words to live by. #MLKDay #MotivationMonday
Planning on adopting healthier habits at home in 2021? Here are a few tips to get you started!
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Health and Wellness Upgrades You Can Make at Home - Stay Informed and Inspired
Revamping your house doesn't have to cost a lot of money. Here are 19 ideas for upgrades perfect for a home renovation on a budget!
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19 Budget-Friendly Home Renovation Ideas for Every Room in Your House
Serving in three different branches of the U.S armed forces between his 26 of service to our country, Terry Levoy continued to serve his community at home by teaching at Germanna Community College and volunteering with the Boy Scouts of America. Senior Loan Officer Kim Thagholm from our ALCOVA Mortgage Locust Grove branch was honored to present Terry with his Hometown Hero award. #ALCOVAcares https://bit.ly/3oncm4x
With a high level of potential buyers and a low housing inventory, the real estate market remains super competitive in 2021. On the blog today, we discuss 5 tips to make a strong offer and stand out from other competing buyers! 🏠 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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5 Tips to Make a Competitive Offer in a Hot Market - ALCOVA Mortgage
Don't let these five myths keep you from transitioning from renting to owning!
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5 Myths About Transitioning From Renter to Homeowner
Thank you to everyone who helped make this possible! #alcova #topproducer
Check out the latest kitchen trends that will be super popular in 2021!
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Top 2021 Kitchen Trends with Long-Lasting Style
The winter months are ideal to check off some home improvement and maintenance projects on your to-do list! Here are some great projects you can tackle right now!
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10 of the Best Winter Home Improvement Projects
This winter, transform your outdoor steps and walkway from slippery to safe with these helpful de-icing tips and tricks!
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How to: De-ice outdoor steps and walkways | Style at Home
From locking in a lower rate to lowering your monthly payments to shortening your loan term, there are many reasons to consider refinancing. On the blog today, we discuss five easy steps to follow to ensure a smooth refinance! #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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Get A Smooth Refinance in 5 Easy Steps - ALCOVA Mortgage
Congratulations Vanessa! #Alcova #BestoftheBest
Want to get the latest housing outlook and real estate forecast for 2021? Check this out!
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2021 US Housing Market: Seller's or Buyer's Market | Mashvisor
Revamping your house doesn't have to cost a lot of money. Here are 19 ideas for upgrades perfect for a home renovation on a budget!
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19 Budget-Friendly Home Renovation Ideas for Every Room in Your House
Per industry experts, rates will continue to stay low in 2021. Now is a great time to talk to a mortgage professional to discuss your home ownership goals! Give us a call today! #ALCOVA #homeownership #homeloan #MortgageSimplified
Sometimes being in love with your home isn’t about making huge changes. Instead, it’s about learning to appreciate the little things. On the blog today, we have a few thoughts on how to fall in love your home again! 🏠❤️ #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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3 Ways to Fall in Love with Your House - ALCOVA Mortgage
Experts remain very optimistic about housing market in 2021. Check this out!
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Experts optimistic about housing market in 2021 - HousingWire
The winter months are ideal to check off some home improvement and maintenance projects on your to-do list! Here are some great projects you can tackle right now!
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10 of the Best Winter Home Improvement Projects
This winter, transform your outdoor steps and walkway from slippery to safe with these helpful de-icing tips and tricks!
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How to: De-ice outdoor steps and walkways | Style at Home
From locking in a lower rate to lowering your monthly payments to shortening your loan term, there are many reasons to consider refinancing. On the blog today, we discuss five easy steps to follow to ensure a smooth refinance! #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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Get A Smooth Refinance in 5 Easy Steps - ALCOVA Mortgage
With rising home prices, low real estate inventory and historically low interest rates, buying a home in 2021 may seem like a major undertaking. Accomplish all your home ownership goals by following these three strategies! 🏠 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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3 Strategies You Need to Buy a House in 2021 - ALCOVA Mortgage
If you’re playing the waiting game with mortgage rates, you may not want to wait much longer. Check this out!
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This Is the Best Time of Year to Get a Mortgage
Wishing you a Happy Valentine's Day! ❤️ #alcova #vday
We just released our latest Home Front Newsletter full of handy home maintenance tips and insightful mortgage advice. Check it out! #ALCOVA #HomeFront #newsletter https://bit.ly/2MZs2OJ
Need some dessert ideas for Valentine's Day? These are sure to sweeten your day! https://bit.ly/2uEZqRH
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56 Valentine's Day Desserts That Are Better Than a Box of Chocolates
Per industry experts, rates will continue to stay low in 2021. Now is a great time to talk to a mortgage professional to discuss your home ownership goals! Give us a call today! #ALCOVA #homeownership #homeloan #MortgageSimplified
Whether you're ready to buy your first home or just need an acronym refresher, this article will make you fluent in the language of home buying! #mortgatge #realestate #homebuying
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50 Real Estate Terms Every Home Buyer Should Know - Stay Informed and Inspired
Wondering if now is the time for you to refinance your mortgage? Now is a great time to find out! #ALCOVA #MortgageSimplified #refinance
Keep your home in peak condition by staying on top of these quick and easy home maintenance tips! 🏠 #homemaintenancetips #alcova
With rising home prices, low real estate inventory and historically low interest rates, buying a home in 2021 may seem like a major undertaking. Accomplish all your home ownership goals by following these three strategies! 🏠 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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3 Strategies You Need to Buy a House in 2021 - ALCOVA Mortgage
If you’re playing the waiting game with mortgage rates, you may not want to wait much longer. Check this out!
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This Is the Best Time of Year to Get a Mortgage
Wishing you a Happy Valentine's Day! ❤️ #alcova #vday
DID YOU KNOW that the rise of remote work has the potential to unlock the American Dream of homeownership for nearly two million renter households? Check this out!
Veteran Lori Sadler has been a pioneer her entire life and gives back to her community in a multitude of ways. She joined the Marine Corps right out of college and continues to impact others through Women’s Club, VMI Women’s Club, Hospice, and her local Rotary Club. Branch Manager Sarah Dudley from our Lexington Branch was honored to present Lori with her Hometown Hero award. #ALCOVAcares https://bit.ly/3aQvww9
When it comes to buying a home, plenty of financial reasons make a convincing argument to make the move to buy. But have you considered the emotional reasons that compel people to buy a home of their own? 🏠 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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3 Personal Reasons on Why We Buy Homes - ALCOVA Mortgage
Whether you're ready to buy your first home or just need an acronym refresher, this article will make you fluent in the language of home buying! #mortgatge #realestate #homebuying
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50 Real Estate Terms Every Home Buyer Should Know - Stay Informed and Inspired
Wondering if now is the time for you to refinance your mortgage? Now is a great time to find out! #ALCOVA #MortgageSimplified #refinance
Keep your home in peak condition by staying on top of these quick and easy home maintenance tips! 🏠 #homemaintenancetips #alcova
Get all the trendy details on the interior colors, materials, and styles to watch for this year - check this out! https://bit.ly/3bjtrJq
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6 Design Trends That Will Define 2021, According to the Experts at CB2
According to a recent realtor.com study, owning a home may be cheaper than renting due to low-interest rates. Check this out! #interestrates #rentvsbuy #realestate
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Buying Is Cheaper Than Renting In More Cities
The beautiful transition to the season is rejuvenating but dealing with those troublesome allergies is not. Although you can never be completely rid of allergens in your home, there are some effective ways to reduce them. Here are five tips to allergy-proof your home! #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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5 Ways to Allergy-Proof Your Home - ALCOVA Mortgage
Are you on the fence when it comes to renting versus owning a home? Here are seven questions to ponder to determine what's right for you!
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Should You Buy a Home or Keep Renting? How To Decide in 7 Steps
DID YOU KNOW that the rise of remote work has the potential to unlock the American Dream of homeownership for nearly two million renter households? Check this out!
Veteran Lori Sadler has been a pioneer her entire life and gives back to her community in a multitude of ways. She joined the Marine Corps right out of college and continues to impact others through Women’s Club, VMI Women’s Club, Hospice, and her local Rotary Club. Branch Manager Sarah Dudley from our Lexington Branch was honored to present Lori with her Hometown Hero award. #ALCOVAcares https://bit.ly/3aQvww9
Get all the details on how often you should be cleaning your kitchen appliances, and learn some handy tips for getting the job done!
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Here's How Often You Should Be Cleaning These Common Kitchen Appliances
While a 20 percent down payment is considered ideal, it’s not actually as common as you might think, nor is it a necessity to buying a home. On the blog today, you can get all the details on down payments! #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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Get the Down-Low on Down Payments! - ALCOVA Mortgage
If you're a first-time home buyer, figuring out what you need to get a mortgage can be tricky. This article is a great resource to get the basics on getting started on your homebuying journey!
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How to Qualify for a Mortgage: Income, Credit, and Debt Requirements for a Loan
Get all the trendy details on the interior colors, materials, and styles to watch for this year - check this out! https://bit.ly/3bjtrJq
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6 Design Trends That Will Define 2021, According to the Experts at CB2
According to a recent realtor.com study, owning a home may be cheaper than renting due to low-interest rates. Check this out! #interestrates #rentvsbuy #realestate
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Buying Is Cheaper Than Renting In More Cities
The beautiful transition to the season is rejuvenating but dealing with those troublesome allergies is not. Although you can never be completely rid of allergens in your home, there are some effective ways to reduce them. Here are five tips to allergy-proof your home! #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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5 Ways to Allergy-Proof Your Home - ALCOVA Mortgage
Retired from the US Navy, veteran Dennis Merkle continues his service to his neighbors and community through his involvement in local veterans’ associations like the Farmville VA American Legion Post 32 and the Piedmont Area Veterans Council. Dennis is also involved with his son’s family style restaurant that raises funds for the Southside SPCA and for the American Legion Post 32. Branch Partner Tony Markland from our ALCOVA Mortgage Powhatan, VA branch was honored to present Dennis with his Hometown Hero award. #ALCOVAcares https://bit.ly/2OHtRkb
Wishing you a Happy St. Patrick's Day! 🍀 #StPaddysDay #StPatricksDay #LuckoftheIrish #leprechauns #PotsOfGold #Shamrocks
A change of seasons always necessitates a few home maintenance chores, and spring marks a great time to tackle some tasks outside in the fresh air. From roof repair to foundation drainage, these 4 chores will get your home in shape from top to bottom! 🏠 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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4 Maintenance Tips to Get Your Home Ready for Spring - ALCOVA Mortgage
Your home ownership journey is our mission at ALCOVA! We will be there every step of the way to help you achieve your dreams! #ALCOVA #MortgageSimplified
Thinking St. Patrick's Day might be another quiet holiday at home this year? That's okay! Here's some ideas on how you can have a shamrockin' celebration at home! ☘️ https://bit.ly/3tdJ3nJ
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Parade Canceled? 5 Exciting Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Home Instead
Do you find yourself keeping things you don’t need because you tell yourself you might use them one day? Find out how much clutter is costing you and learn how to save some money by being more organized!
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How Much Is Clutter Costing You? Save Money with These Helpful Organizing Tips
If you are one of the 90 million people who are eligible for the third round of stimulus checks, you might be wondering what are the best ways to save, invest or spend these funds based on your financial goals. If owning a home is a personal ambition you want to achieve, here are three tips on how your stimulus check can help! 🏠 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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3 Ways to Use Your Stimulus Check to Own a Home - ALCOVA Mortgage
If you are weighing your options between a starter home vs. a forever home, here are some important points to consider!
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Keep your home in peak condition by staying on top of these quick and easy home maintenance tips! 🏠 #homemaintenancetips #alcova
Retired from the US Navy, veteran Dennis Merkle continues his service to his neighbors and community through his involvement in local veterans’ associations like the Farmville VA American Legion Post 32 and the Piedmont Area Veterans Council. Dennis is also involved with a family style restaurant that raises funds for the Southside SPCA and for the American Legion Post 32. Branch Partner Tony Markland from our ALCOVA Mortgage Powhatan, VA branch was honored to present Dennis with his Hometown Hero award. #ALCOVAcares https://bit.ly/2OHtRkb
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A change of seasons always necessitates a few home maintenance chores, and spring marks a great time to tackle some tasks outside in the fresh air. From roof repair to foundation drainage, these 4 chores will get your home in shape from top to bottom! 🏠 #ALCOVAMortgageBlog
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