Seeing A Specialist Doesn’t Only Apply To Doctor Visits
. Just the other day my son came down with a fever and was complaining about his throat and some pain in his ears. I wasn’t able to get him to our general physician for a check-up but instead was able to get him into...
Exploring Retirement Saving Plan Options for Self-employed Business Owners
. Let’s talk about what it means to be a self-employed worker really quickly. A self-employed worker is anyone that is the owner of a business and earns their living by working for themselves. They are not an employee or a shareholder in anyone else’s...
Are Credit Cards A Necessary Evil? A Comprehensive Analysis
The Debate: Are Credit Cards A Necessary Evil? It’s often thought that credit cards are the devil. We’ve all heard the horror stories of people who have overindulged with their available credit and wound up deep in debt, destroying their credit score, or filing for...
Protect Your Home And Family From Disaster
. Your home is your house. You may have spent months or even years preparing yourself financially to buy the home. It’s where you live, eat, and sleep. It’s a place where you create memories and is the safest most comfortable and secure place you...
5 Smart Home Technology Gadgets We Have, That We Think You’ll Love
. Technology is taking over almost every aspect of our daily lives. First, it was large clunky desktop computers (remember those?), the internet, then digital cameras and cell phones, then MP3 players, then came the smartphones. These basically combined all the above together into a...
Closing On A House: Your Comprehensive Guide
The Comprehensive Guide to Closing On A House You did it! Closing day is fast approaching. You made it through the rough waters of the mortgage application process and you finally heard those magic words - “You are cleared to close”. But, what happens next?...
The Role of a Real Estate Agent in Home Buying
Kickstart Your Home Buying Journey Buying a home is one of the most expensive investments you will make in your life. For most, it will be the most expensive purchase you make and the biggest part of your future financial well being. So does it...
Fannie Mae vs Freddie Mac: Unraveling the Differences
Understanding Mortgage Lending: The Role of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac If you’ve followed anything dealing with mortgages, you may have heard the terms Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae get thrown around. But, what the heck do they really mean? And you may ask yourself...
Using Gift Funds for Home Purchase: A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding Gift Funds for Home Purchase When buying a home you may be able to take advantage of gift funds. If you are a little light on cash, and many home buyers are, having enough cash available for closing costs or down payment isn’t feasible....
July 4th? 3 Steps Getting Your Yard Ready
. Can you believe it? July 4th is already underway—but that means some serious preparations are in order. If you’re starting to feel the stress of getting your yard and house ready for the festivities, you can breathe a sigh of relief. If you follow...