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From home equity tools to AutoPay, here are some resources to help you streamline your homeownership needs: [Read More](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/using-your-personalized-tools-at-carrington) ![Home Sweet Home: Keeping it Safe and Cozy for the Holidays](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/hubfs/Servicing%20Newsletter/shutterstock_769104067.jpg) [Holiday,](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/tag/holiday) [Home Tips](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/tag/home-tips) ### [Home Sweet Home: Keeping it Safe and Cozy for the Holidays](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/home-sweet-home-keeping-it-safe-and-cozy-for-the-holidays) As the festive season rolls in, it's time to get your home in tip-top shape for gatherings, celebrations and time with family. With a few simple precautions, you can ensure a safe and cozy holiday season. Let's dive into some easy tips for holiday home safety and preparation. [Read More](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/home-sweet-home-keeping-it-safe-and-cozy-for-the-holidays) ![Simplifying the buying and selling process](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/hubfs/shutterstock_1746444971.jpg) [Homeowner,](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/tag/homeowner) [Home Tips,](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/tag/home-tips) [Buying & Selling](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/tag/buying-selling) ### [Simplifying the buying and selling process](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/simplifying-the-buying-and-selling-process) We know that buying or selling a home can be one of life’s biggest decisions. Without the right plan and team, you might feel like you don’t know where to begin, or you don’t know what happens next. There are a few easy ways to streamline and simplify the buying and selling process. Let’s dive into these top tips for success! [Read More](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/simplifying-the-buying-and-selling-process) ![](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/hubfs/October%20is%20Privacy%20Protection%20Month%20at%20Carrington%20Article-1.jpg) ### [October is Privacy Protection Month at Carrington](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/october-is-privacy-protection-month-at-carrington) This October is Privacy Protection Month at Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC (“Carrington”), and we want to help you keep your information safe. Here are three simple ways you can help ensure your privacy is protected. [Read More](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/october-is-privacy-protection-month-at-carrington) ![](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/hubfs/Servicing%20Newsletter/Seven%20Ways%20to%20Make%20Your%20Home%20Less%20Spooky%20this%20Season%20Article.jpg) [Homeowner,](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/tag/homeowner) [Home Tips,](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/tag/home-tips) [Home Maintenance](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/tag/home-maintenance) ### [Seven Ways to Make Your Home Less Spooky this Season](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/seven-ways-to-make-your-home-less-spooky-this-season) Fall and winter are just around the corner, and that means it's time to start thinking about getting your home ready for the colder months. With Halloween approaching you might think ghosts and witches are the spookiest visitors around, but higher energy bills and home maintenance issues in the fall and winter can be plenty spooky too! Don't worry, we've got you covered with seven tips to keep your home cozy and comfortable this season. [Read More](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/seven-ways-to-make-your-home-less-spooky-this-season) ![](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/hubfs/Servicing%20Newsletter/Minimizing%20the%20Impact%20of%20Property%20Tax%20Increases%20Article.jpg) [Homeowner,](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/tag/homeowner) [Property Tax,](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/tag/property-tax) [Home Tips](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/tag/home-tips) ### [Minimizing the Impact of Property Tax Increases](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/minimizing-the-impact-of-property-tax-increases) Property taxes play a significant role in your escrow account balance, and in turn, impact your monthly mortgage payments. Along with [increases in home insurance rates](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/can-rising-insurance-rates-impact-my-mortgage-payments), homeowners face property tax increases that can impact their escrow accounts and finances. As local tax rates and property assessments fluctuate, your property tax liability can increase over time. However, there are strategies you can employ to minimize these increases and preserve your financial stability. By taking advantage of available exemptions, budgeting and planning, homeowners can look to maximize their savings and create a more affordable homeownership experience. [Read More](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/minimizing-the-impact-of-property-tax-increases) ![](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/hubfs/Servicing%20Newsletter/Why%20a%20Good%20Credit%20Score%20Is%20Your%20Financial%20BFF%20Article.jpg) [Credit Score](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/tag/credit-score) ### [Why a Good Credit Score Is Your Financial BFF](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/why-a-good-credit-score-is-your-financial-bff) Ever wonder why everyone's talking about building a good credit score? Let's dive into the importance of this magical three-digit number and why it's worth your attention.  [Read More](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/why-a-good-credit-score-is-your-financial-bff) ![](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/hubfs/Servicing%20Newsletter/An%20Impressive%20History%20of%20Fundraising%20for%20Veterans.jpg) ### [Carrington Charitable Foundation’s 10th CCF Golf Classic Continued its Support for Wounded Veterans](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/carrington-charitable-foundations-10th-ccf-golf-classic-continued-its-support-for-wounded-veterans) In anticipation of the 11th CCF Golf Classic, set to take place on Monday, October 9, 2023, at The Resort at Pelican Hill in Newport Coast, CA, we take a look back at the 2022 event. [Read More](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/carrington-charitable-foundations-10th-ccf-golf-classic-continued-its-support-for-wounded-veterans) ![](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/hubfs/Servicing%20Newsletter/Insurance%2c%20Covered%2c%20with%20Carrington.jpg) ### [Insurance, Covered with Carrington](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/insurance-covered-with-carrington) We’re excited to bring yet another benefit to our customers; the easiest way to shop for insurance! Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC has teamed up with [Covered, a digital insurance provider](https://getquote.itscovered.com/carrington), to help you get the most competitive insurance rates for your home insurance, as well as auto, pet, flood, and over 20 additional bundled insurance options. With rising insurance rates across the nation, and states like California and Florida experiencing changes to providers that can make it difficult to secure insurance, we know it can be tricky to find the right home insurance policy at the right price for you. [Read More](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/insurance-covered-with-carrington) ![](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/hubfs/Servicing%20Newsletter/Help%20Your%20Yard%20Transition%20to%20Fall.jpg) ### [Help Your Yard Transition to Fall](https://info.carringtonmortgage.com/information-center/help-your-yard-transition-to-fall) As the days start cooling down, now is the perfect time to help your yard or garden transition into the fall season and ultimately into the cold winter months. Fall-blooming perennials are always a great choice, but be mindful that any perennials you choose need to be able to withstand winters according to your [Hardiness Zone](https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/). 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