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Celebrating with Less Plastic Waste
We love the idea of enjoying special events and holidays in your home, but we also find value in celebrating with less plastic waste. Common party supplies are made of plastic, used for one day, and tossed in the trash. In an effort to encourage better decisions for our planet, we would like to give you a few ideas to celebrate with less plastic waste. Party Decorations Skip the balloons and plastic table trees and choose decorations that create less
How long does it take to refinance your mortgage?
How long does it take to refinance your mortgage? We believe that this question deserves a detailed answer. To be thorough, we will need to break down the mortgage process into steps. Here are the steps in the mortgage process that determine the time it takes to refinance your mortgage at TexasLending.com: Application Time Estimate (10 – 20 minutes) You can apply to refinance you mortgage by speaking with one of our licensed mortgage consultants. They will go over the
Become a Homeowner in 2020
We would love to help you reach your goal to become a homeowner in the new year. With a steady income and a smart home buying plan you could become a homeowner this year. These 5 achievable New Year’s resolutions are the perfect start to become a homeowner in 2020. 1. Get Your Credit into Shape When you are looking to buy your first home, having a good credit score is essential. In order to become a homeowner your credit
Mortgage Calculator : Take a look at the numbers
Whether you are looking to buy a new home or refinance your current mortgage, our easy to use mortgage calculators will help you better understand the numbers. Using a mortgage calculator online is a great way to get an estimate of your mortgage outlook. If you have been thinking about buying a home or refinancing your current home loan, these mortgage calculators are a great place to get started. Home Purchase Loan Calculator Using the purchase calculator, you can estimate
Super Bowl Party: with Less Plastic Waste
Watching the big game at home with friends and family is one of our favorite traditions. It is an easy party to host as a homeowner, because the entertainment is planned for you. However the big task for Super Bowl party is planning for the food, drinks, and decorations. This year we are encouraging everyone to make super bowl party choices that are more environmentally friendly. Consider the super bowl party ideas below to celebrate the big game with less
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
Meal Planning Strategies
What is for dinner? This question can be a daunting one to answer day after day. That’s why we have researched a few meal planning strategies for you. These strategies can take away a bit of stress, save you money, and add some healthy habits to your home. Get Organized Make a menu on the calendar. Simply planning your meals ahead of time can help you plan healthy meals and avoid making last minute stops for fast food or takeout.
10 Mortgage Mistakes to Avoid: During the Mortgage Process
Making these mortgage mistakes during the mortgage process can have some big consequences. Delayed closings or even being denied for a loan due to these mortgage mistakes is something that we all want to avoid. Information is the key to your success make sure that you avoid these 10 common mortgage mistakes during the mortgage process. 10. Forgetting to Ask Questions Don’t forget to ask questions. We are here to help you understand each step of the mortgage process and
