Creating a budget for a house can feel like a daunting task, but it’s not one you should put off.  Not budgeting and just “looking” can lead to stress or disappointment down the road.  And [...]

Happy New Year!  It’s 2019, and the majority of us have made New Year’s resolutions. Some of the most popular include losing weight, spending less and saving more, and spending more time with family.  And [...]

The holidays bring lots of hosting, and lots of time in the kitchen.  And maybe you don’t have the time or money right now to do a big makeover for the kitchen of your dreams [...]

If your family is anything like my family, you love to host.  My mom and I were always about having people over – but even for those who love to hosting, there are things that [...]

How much should we save for a down payment?  You’ve decided to buy your first house, or you know you need to move and you’re trying to plan. The down payment is one of the [...]

If you’re at all like me, you love to host Holiday parties… but you also love to avoid fire hazards.  I’ll string my house with a million lights any day – but we all need [...]

Everyone wants to improve their credit score, but it’s especially important when you’re applying for a large loan like a mortgage.  So as a lender, we wanted to give you a couple of tips to [...]

What are the best cities to move to?  Maybe you’re like me and you just randomly google it every now and again when you’re restless.  Maybe you have a few job options.  Maybe you’re looking [...]

Our fridges are stuffed with Thanksgiving leftovers.  As a general rule of thumb, we try to use leftovers within three days.  But what if you have at least 3 days of leftovers?  We have some [...]

Why are we talking about fall maintenance?  Because home ownership gets real when it comes to maintenance – and catching something early and keeping things in running order definitely pays off, especially during the holidays.  [...]

PMI stands for Private Mortgage Insurance.  Basically, PMI protects your lender in case you default on your loan.  You’re required to have PMI until you pay off 20% of your home loan.  If you google [...]

The air has that fall crispness to it that always lights me up!  I love fall, and I’m always looking for creative ideas to use in my home to match the season.  Here’s a few [...]

When you get a mortgage, there are a few tips you should keep in mind in order to the get best loan (and home!) possible.  Take it from the people who talk about how to [...]

Don’t stress when you pack. We’ve dug up some tips to help you move as easily and quickly as possible – and we started with the things you love.  So let’s dig in!   For [...]

Student loans can help get you through school, but the years after they can become a pain.  Don’t worry though!   If you’ve been thinking about getting a house, student loans won’t necessarily lock you out [...]

Have you ever been to an open house before?  Whether you’re new to the game or not, here’s a quick open house guide to help you get the most out of your stop!   5 [...]

If you’re like me, you love the crisp breeze, golden sun, and changing leaves at the turn of the season – and tomorrow is the first day of fall!  Get excited!  To embrace autumn to [...]

We gathered some tips from realtors – for both sellers and buyers!   Whatever side of the spectrum you are on, if it’s one of your first times working with an agent, here are some things [...]

How do you prepare for a mortgage?  Whether you’re buying your first house or not, sometimes preparing can be a challenge.  Here’s a quick guide to help you prepare for a mortgage in good time! [...]

Moving into a new space can be exciting and… overwhelming.  It’s a beautiful blank canvas, and you’re excited to create a new environment you LOVE.  But it’s also a lot to do.  So where do [...]