Become a Homeowner in 2022
How to become a homeowner in 2022 Setting a goal to become a homeowner in 2022 is both exciting and challenging. There are a few things that make 2022 a unique time to buy a home in Texas. We look forward to helping many home buyers purchase their first home this year. In the past […]
Custom Down Payment Savings Plan
Developing a custom down payment savings plan can be a great first step toward becoming a future homeowner. Understanding both what you need to save and setting the time you can give yourself is key to making a savings plan that is just right for you. There are a few upfront costs to buying a […]
Holiday Budget Planner
Holiday Budget Planner The most common reason that people over spend during the holidays, is that they don’t even think about how much they are spending. Putting a holiday budget in writing is an excellent way to organize your thoughts. This planning guide could be the best way create a financial plan for this holiday […]
How to Drop Mortgage Insurance
Do you know that you can drop mortgage insurance from your home loan? We don’t think you should be paying more for your mortgage than you have to. That’s why it’s a good idea to keep an eye on the mortgage insurance that could be structured into your loan. Dropping your mortgage insurance can save […]
Tips for Moving to Texas from Another State
If you are one of the many people moving to Texas from another state or to another city within the state, it may be helpful to know a few tips. Texas has held the #1 position in population growth for states in the U.S. since 2017. Most of this population growth is attributed to the […]
How to Grow a Texas Salsa Garden
Growing a Texas salsa garden is a perfect Summer project for your backyard. We have shared the benefits of gardening with your family in previous blog articles. But, this time we are focusing on the flavors that will keep you in supply of fresh salsa this summer. Texas provides lots of sunlight and rich soil […]
Become a Homeowner in 2021
If you have a goal to become a homeowner in 2021, it can help to know the possible challenges of home buying in this unique year. Each year we post an article about setting a goal to become a homeowner in the new year. This year, we know that the COVID-19 pandemic has made an […]
Fireplace Safety Checklist
Fireplace Safety Checklist Fireplaces are a classic feature treasured in many homes, but they also can be a potential hazard if some safety measures aren’t observed. Soot and creosote buildup can ignite, improper ventilation can fill your home with dangerous fumes, and untended fireplaces can cause major house fires. In this article we are listing […]
Celebrate Thanksgiving with Less Plastic Waste.
We are excited to share a few ideas for being thoughtful about our planet while celebrating Thanksgiving with your loved ones this year. Bring on the good eats, family game time, and conversation, without the excess trash. Unfortunately there are many ways that the holidays generate a lot of plastic waste. Decorations, serve ware, and […]
Fight Fall Allergy Season at Home
As harvest season is in full swing, leaves begin to fall, and weather begins to change, fall allergy season can stir up some irritating symptoms for us. Seasonal allergies can range from annoying to debilitating. We wanted to share some ideas for how you can help yourself at home during the fall allergy season. In […]
