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Articles and research about improving your home
Published September 13, 2016
Not every home improvement project you plan or take on needs to break the bank or your budget. Here are some small-scale home improvements that can help give your home a fresh new look and feel. [MORE]
Want to do some home improvements that actually add value to your home? Learn which types of home improvement projects are most likely to recoup their costs when you eventually sell your home. [MORE]
Published August 31, 2016
Texas Home Equity Loan guidelines are a bit different than other states' guidelines. From LTV to processing timelines, learn more about these guidelines here before you apply for your Home Equity Loan. [MORE]
Published August 11, 2013 | Updated August 3, 2016
Considering a Home Equity Loan or Line of Credit? Learn what a Home Equity Loan is, the basics of how Home Equity Loans work in Texas, how to determine your available home equity, and how to apply. [MORE]
Published June 12, 2015 | Updated June 15, 2015
Whether you just bought a new home or are thinking about selling your home, Saundra Latham of The Simple Dollar sat down with Amplify to share insights on home improvement projects that can increase your home's value. [MORE]
Published May 22, 2015 | Updated June 1, 2015
Financing and installing a new swimming pool in your backyard is a big project. Make sure you're prepared with proper financing and that your budget includes all of these factors and possibilities. [MORE]
Published April 15, 2015 | Updated December 20, 2015
Planning some home improvements or renovations? Compare all of Amplify's Home Improvement Loan options to find the one that fits your needs -- even if you don't have available equity in your home. [MORE]
Published April 9, 2014 | Updated May 1, 2014
Stop wasting money on high electric and gas bills and add these energy efficiency upgrade projects to your to-do list. You'll be surprised to learn how much money a little bit of time and effort can save you! [MORE]
Published March 25, 2014 | Updated March 31, 2014
Home upkeep is a lot of work, and suddenly discovering damages isn't fun. Here are our top 5 spring to-do projects that every homeowner can benefit from that will make the summer months much easier. [MORE]
Published May 2, 2013 | Updated May 30, 2013
Just as every home improvement project is different, not every contractor is created equally. Before you hire a contractor, we recommend checking out these 7 tips that may save you time, money, and headaches. [MORE]
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