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Don't Be Tricked When Getting a Home Loan

Oct 25, 2021 ● By Dawn Van Nieuwenhuyzen – Senior Mortgage Banker

Sponsored Content When getting a home loan, you need to knownthe facts. If you don't understand the details, you can feel like there is more trick than treat to the process.

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Say Goodbye to Summer and Hello to Firing Up the Furnace

Sep 28, 2021 ● By The Hood Magazine

Tips on preparing your HVAC/Home for fall/winter.

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Fall Maintenance Checklist From a Professional Home Inspector

Sep 26, 2021 ● By HouseMaster

Sponsored Content Regularly checking your home for maintenance needs throughout the year is the best way to keep your home safe and prevent the need for costly emergency repairs. But fall is one time of year when a thorough systematic inspection is really needed to make sure your home has weathered the summer heat and is ready to withstand the cold and/or storms of the winter months.

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3 Tips to Pay Off Your Mortgage Early

Sep 26, 2021 ● By Dawn Van Nieuwenhuyzen, Plains Commerce Bank Senior Mortgage Banker

Sponsored Content Paying off a mortgage can be daunting. Fortunately, there are ways to pay off your mortgage early. Getting it taken care of can be a huge relief! If you’re ready to make moves toward to paying off your mortgage early, I have a few tips to make that happen!

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The Hood Magazine New Issue! September 2021

Aug 26, 2021 ● By The Hood Magazine

Lets party! Our 11th annual party planning issue is sure make your next bash a success!

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Make the Air You Breathe Inside Better

Aug 23, 2021 ● By Foley’s Heating & Air Conditioning

Tips on improving indoor air quality.

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Mortgage Market Trends

Aug 23, 2021 ● By Dawn Van Nieuwenhuyzen, Plains Commerce Bank Senior Mortgage Banker

Sponsored Content If you’ve been house hunting, you know how the market has been moving quickly! Things change fast, and it can be hard to keep up with everything that’s going on. Whether you’ve been looking for a long time or you’re just starting your homebuying journey, I’ve put together Four I’s to help you as you move along.

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Tips For Selling Your Home: 6 Ways to Prepare For a Smooth Sale from HouseMaster Sioux Falls

Jul 30, 2021 ● By HouseMaster

Sponsored Content Selling your home is a big step and requires some planning to make the process go smoothly. When getting started, keep these six tips in mind!

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No Pool? No Worries!

Jul 28, 2021 ● By The Hood Magazine

Try these easy DIY hacks to stay cool right in your backyard!

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Keep Your A/C Happy in the Summer

Jun 28, 2021 ● By Foley’s Heating & Air Conditioning

Tips on maintaining your home’s A/C unit.

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House Shopping by District

Jun 26, 2021 ● By Dawn Van Nieuwenhuyzen, Plains Commerce Bank Senior Mortgage Banker

Sponsored Content Three tips for house shopping by district!

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Homes for Heroes FAQs

Jun 08, 2021 ● By Dawn Van Nieuwenhuyzen, Plains Commerce Bank Senior Mortgage Banker

Sponsored Content Thanking heroes for their service to their communities is very important to me, which is why I got involved in the Homes for Heroes program. This is my second year in the program, and I was thrilled to be named the Homes for Heroes #7 Top Mortgage Specialist nationwide! I had the privilege of serving 126 heroes in 2020.

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Home Inspection Benefits from HouseMaster

Apr 23, 2021 ● By HouseMaster

Sponsored Content A home inspection protects all parties.

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Keeping Your Home COVID Safe

Apr 07, 2021 ● By Foley’s Heating & AC

With the spring months here, many people are looking forward to spending more time with family and friends. If and when you feel ready to have guests over, here are four tips for keeping everyone at your home COVID safe.

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Home Inspection Benefits from HouseMaster

Mar 20, 2021 ● By HouseMaster

The truth is, without a thorough home inspection performed by a qualified, 3rd party professional, neither the buyer nor the seller can really know what defects may exist in a home. A home inspection protects all parties.

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Spring Home Maintenance Tips from HouseMasters

Mar 20, 2021 ● By HouseMaster

Sponsored Content Spring cleaning time is here! Check out these tips to keep your home in tip-top shape.

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5 Tips for Buying a New Home in the Spring

Mar 20, 2021 ● By Dawn Van Nieuwenhuyzen, Plains Commerce Bank Senior Mortgage Banker

Ready to buy a new home? Read a few tips from Senior Mortgage Banker Dawn Van Nieuwenhuyzen!

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Spring into a New Home

Mar 20, 2021 ● By Dawn Van Nieuwenhuyzen, Plains Commerce Bank Senior Mortgage Banker

Spring into a new home! With mortgage rates at record lows, celebrate a new season with a new home.

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Clearing Snow the Right Way

Feb 25, 2021 ● By HouseMaster

Sponsored Content Tips & guidelines for clearing or melting snow as winter continues in South Dakota.

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Get Ready for Next Winter Now

Feb 25, 2021 ● By Foley’s Heating and Air Conditioning

It's never too early to get your home ready for next winter, so make sure your home is efficiently winter-proofed. There are many DIY techniques for preserving home heat, however, professional furnace maintenance and inspection is the most important

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