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You Can Buy a Home
If your goal is to become a home owner in the future, we have good news for you. You can buy a home and we are here to help you. Buying a home is one of the largest financial investments that most people will make in their lifetimes. This type of purchase requires some financial preparation, and we can act as your guide to help you get there. Here are a few key topics to begin your journey knowing that
Working from Home: Productivity Tips
If you are new to working from home or you could use some tips on being more productive while working from home, this article can help. The dynamic of working from home much is different than being in the office. There are both benefits and challenges in a work from home situation, consider these tips for boosting your productivity: Stick to a Schedule Keeping to a schedule can help you set your expectations for each day working at home. Your
Work Place Changes After COVID-19
As leaders within companies examine the potential to bring employees back into the office, health and safety must be a priority. The Covid-19 virus has changed the way we interact with one another. Which means that there will be work place changes after we return to the office. Addressing these 3 organizational changes in the work place can help to slow the spread of Covid-19 in the office. These changes will require adaptations by employees and office spaces. These work
Why You Should Write Down Your Goals
Writing down and reviewing information helps you to remember details and make connections to larger concepts. Your goals are something that you should keep in mind, but is thinking about them enough? Or should you be writing the details of your goals down on paper? When you break your goals down into smaller more achievable steps, the path to success becomes more clear. Seeing those steps on paper in front of you helps you to take actionable daily choices and
Why You Should Save for a Rainy Day
Things happen. Or… more accurately said, unexpected costs happen. If you run into some unexpected costs or need a bit extra cash, the potential financial impact will be smaller if you have saved for a rainy day. Saving for a rainy day or other savings goals, takes some budgeting and discipline. However if you save for a rainy day, your overall financial stability is more healthy. How can unexpected costs impact your credit? Your credit plays a big role in
Why You Should Make Your Mortgage Payment: COVID-19
On the news you may have heard that you have the option not to make your mortgage payment during the COVID-19 crisis. This is accomplished by applying for a forbearance period in your loan repayment with your loan servicer*. While this may be the only solution for some families, it is not a good idea to forgo your mortgage payment if you have the financial means available. We understand that during the current challenges associated with the COVID-19 crisis people
Why Buying a House With Foundation Problems is Risky
Many people underestimate the risk of buying a house with foundation problems and the extent of repairs needed. Foundation problems generally reduce the value of a home. It can also be very costly, stressful, inconvenient, and take a lot of time to repair. Repairing a home’s foundation is much more extensive than just doing home design or decor. And you don’t want to be shocked by tremendous costs after you move into your new home. So we’re here to tell
When is the Best Time to Buy a House? Now, Before Rates Rise
For the general public, this time of year is not usually considered the best time to buy a house. People are busy preparing for the holidays, kids are still in school, and it’s too cold to be moving to a new place. However, due to the speculations of rising mortgage rates and increasing housing prices for 2017, this could be a great time for those looking for a good deal on their future home before it gets more costly. Are
