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The Seattle Times shares 6 reasons you should consider refinancing in a time of rising rates. More, here.

HGTV shares 12 tips to consider when remodeling your bathroom on a budget. More, here.

According to Freddie Mac, mortgage rates are down for the first time in weeks. More, here.

Nicholas Padiak, writing for the Chicago Tribune, has assembled a list of 7 questions to ask prospective agents, before you make a commitment. More, here.

The average rates on 30-year fixed, 15-year fixed, and 5/1 adjustable-rate mortgages all dropped today. More, here.

62% of real estate agents polled by Realtor.com believe that staging—decorating and preparing a home before showing it to prospective buyers—helps to sell the house faster. More, here.

Vivian Marino, with the NYTimes, posted a lengthy piece last month about some older Americans preferring to have a mortgage, rather than paying off their home. She also examines the challenges some seniors face in getting approved for a mortgage loan. More, here.

Marian McPherson, writing for Inman, shares a simple tip for getting more attention on your real estate listing. More, here.

Hal Bundrick with the Los Angeles Times explores the necessity of paying 20% down on your mortgage loan. More, here.

Kelly Chen answers a reader's question on CNN Money asking about a suitable strategy for paying off a mortgage, while simultaneously saving to put kids through college. More, here.