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Recipes for a Spa Day at Home
If you could use a bit of tender loving care, find some time to create a spa day at home. These simple spa day recipes are easy to make with natural ingredients you can find at the local grocery store. You even may be able to find the ingredients are already in your pantry. Here are a few easy recipes for a DIY spa day at home: Make Refreshing Drink Add fresh fruit to your ice water to make a

Pumpkin Carving Ideas
Celebrating holidays at home is one our favorite ways to create memories with our families. The tradition of carving pumpkins into Jack-o-lanterns is a bit of Fall fun we don’t want to miss. We hope these pumpkin carving ideas spark some creative inspiration for you and your family. Our favorite pumpkin carving ideas this year: Add a few Mini Pumpkins Pumpkins come in different shapes sizes and colors. Why not get creative with mini pumpkins by making wheels for a

Prepare for Home Buying: the No Stress Mortgage Process
Home buying season has begun. The Summertime is the peak season for buying and selling real estate. It is more important than ever to prepare for home buying. When you are prepared for the steps ahead, the mortgage process becomes the easiest step in home buying. Whether you are looking to by a home in a few weeks or a few moths use these steps to help you prepare for home buying. Pre-Approval Getting pre-approved for a home loan is

Phases of Home Buying
What are the phases of home buying? Buying a home is not a quick impulse purchase for most people, it deserves consideration. Deciding on your goals, preparing your finances, and getting pre approved are all important phases of home buying to navigate before you even make an offer. 1. Analyze Your Goals This is the time when you (and your spouse) should set realistic goals for buying a home. As one of the most exciting phases of home buying, don’t

Pets: 5 Big Benefits of Having a Furry Family Member in Your Home
We love our pets so what are the benefits of having a pet, We may not know all of the benefits that they bring into our lives. In this post we will share 5 big benefits of having pets in your home. Let’s jump right in! 1. Decreases Stress As a pet owner, you could probably describe in detail the way your dog excitedly greets you when you get home from work, the way your cat brushes against your legs,

Our Favorite Holiday Traditions at Home
Sometimes the best gift you can give to your family is the memory of spending time together. This week we are sharing our favorite holiday traditions with you. We hope you find joy and inspiration in these cherished holiday traditions from the homes of the wonderful folks at TexasLending.com Keepsake Holiday Traditions “Since I have kiddos, I like to get them a special ornament for the tree every year. When they have their home they will have 18 years of

Should I Order a Home Inspection?
Having a professional home inspection is something that every home buyer should at least consider before signing a contract. In this post you will find great information about the value of a home inspection. Here are a few factors to help you decide if you should order a home inspection: Home Appraisal Vs. Home Inspection Mortgage Lenders require an appraisal in order to determine the value of the home in the current market. The appraisal report can protect you from

Online Mortgage Process: COVID-19 Safe
At TexasLending.com our mortgage process can be securely done online, from your computer, tablet, or smart phone. We have made our mortgage process as easy as possible with the capability of current technology, while keeping your financial information protected. During the health and safety concerns of COVID-19, we want you to know that you can safely move through our online mortgage process. Apply Online Your mortgage application can be completed online or by phone, with one of our licensed mortgage