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There are few things in life that combine relaxation and excitement in the way that fishing can! If your child is already aspiring to land the big one, then take them to Union Vale on April 27 for the Kids' Fishing Derby! Now that winter is in the rearview mirror, it's time to get out there and throw a line in the water! 

The Union Vale Parks and Recreation Department will supply the worms, so participants just need to bring their own gear! This free event is open to all children 15 and under, although older assistants are welcome to help (as long as they have a valid fishing license). The derby will run from 8-11 a.m. at 8 Tymor Park Road.

For more information, check out the event's Facebook page!

The number of monthly existing-home sales took a massive jump up from January to February, according to the latest data from the National Association of Realtors. In fact, February's 11.8% increase to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.51 million was the largest month-to-month spike since December of 2015! Although existing-home sales are still down by just under 2% year-over-year, the gains made last month go a long way toward reversing the sluggish start to the year's housing market.

When shopping for a particular item, everyone is always on the lookout for the best deal, especially if it's an expensive purchase. This rule holds true for things like shoes, appliances, and cars, but many home buyers fail to shop around when it comes to the most expensive item of all: a mortgage. Freddie Mac recently analyzed just how much money buyers are losing out on over the course of their loan by failing to get multiple quotes, and the number wasn't cheap! In fact, they found that getting just one extra quote saves the average borrower over $1,400!