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Your home is at the heart of your finances. Whether you choose to buy, build, renovate, or restore, BobVila.com's Finance Guide will help you develop a sound approach to home financing. Learn all about mortgages, rates, payment options, and loan programs. Decide whether it is best to store equity in your home or build equity through home improvements. Learn to gauge the investment value of your property and how to manage it wisely.




Storm-Ready Home: Flood Insurance FactsStorm-Ready Home: Flood Insurance Facts
Flooding causes more than 90 percent of all disaster-related property damage in the United States but most homeowner policies do not cover flood damage. Because of this, homeowners need flood insurance—a special policy backed by the federal government, with cooperation from local communities and private insurance companies.
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  • Storm-Ready Home: Determine Your Flood Risk
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  • Understanding Home Equity Loans
  • Applying for a Mortgage Online
  • Finding a Mortgage that Works






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