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Market Extra: Is the stock market closed Friday? For 4th of July, here’s everything investors need to know about trading hours and closures

Independence Day falls on Saturday this year, meaning that U.S. financial markets will be closed on Friday. The New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq will be shuttered at the conclusion of regular trade Thursday, while the bond market will close an hour early, at 2 p.m. Eastern on Thursday, and …

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What are mortgage points & how do they work?

Discussing mortgage closing costs with a loan officer is pretty much a homebuyer’s last opportunity to secure the best possible interest rate on a home loan. One way to lower that rate — and your monthly payments — is by purchasing ‘mortgage points.’  Buying points is an opportunity that doesn’t …

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6 Stylish Ways to Make Your Home More Eco-Friendly

Are you looking to renovate your home so that it is more eco-friendly? In today’s world, there are so many great inventions that enable us to enjoy our luxuries still while helping save the environment. In this article, we’ll look at six eco-friendly ways that you can make your home …

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