Today we are going to talk about how to pay off your mortgage sooner (without breaking the bank)… Getting a mortgage may seem like a life sentence. You’ll be chipping away at it for decades to come—and there’s no time off for good behavior! But in reality, there are some relatively painless things you can do to pay off your mortgage sooner and save interest! Here are 4 tips for paying off your mortgage sooner… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

k, today we are going to talk about 5 reasons why you should NOT get a mortgage online… Online transactions have become so fast, reliable and convenient, we do almost everything online—from buying groceries to banking, paying bills and shopping. So why not get a mortgage online too? After all, mortgage sites promise choice, simplicity and approval within minutes. But should we really feel secure borrowing hundreds of thousands of dollars with a click of a button on a laptop or smartphone, without professional assistance? Here are 5 reasons why it’s NOT a good idea to get a mortgage online… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

As you know, there are lots of ways to "skin the cat" when it comes to building wealth. Frankly, it can get downright overwhelming when you start to think about all the options available. Let's cut through the clutter and keep it simple. Here's the #1 wealth-building habit... If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

It sounds crazy, doesn’t it? Negative interest rates. You put money in the bank and instead of earning interest, you have to PAY the bank for keeping your money safe! In essence, that’s what negative interest rates are. Here’s what every homeowner needs to know about so-called “negative interest rates”... If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

Ok, today we are going to talk about the expense of hiring a real estate agent and if it’s really worth it to you… When you’re selling a home, so much money is at stake, you can’t afford to make a mistake. That’s why over 90% of buyers and sellers work with a Realtor. But let’s face it, Real estate commissions are expensive. Are Realtors really worth it? Here’s what good Realtors do to earn every penny of their commissions… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

When you buy a home, you’ll probably be asked if you’d like mortgage insurance. But if you already have life insurance, do you really need mortgage insurance too? Well, it depends. Here are some factors to consider... If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

If you haven't noticed by now, money is one of the biggest sources of conflict in relationships. Here's how avoid conflict and build connection... If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

Let’s say you’ve got a big expense coming up and need to save $1,000 in the next 30 days. While this may sound like an impossible goal, it’s not. All you have to do is put your mind to it, start immediately and adopt some of these proven money-saving tips… Here are 6 ways to help you save $1,000 in one month… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

Ok, today we’re going to talk about the importance of the home appraisal in nailing down a deal… In every real estate transaction, there’s the price the seller would like to receive and the price the buyer would like to pay. But there’s one other price that can overrule both those prices: the lender’s appraisal. Here are 4 ways to protect yourself from a low appraisal… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

Most people have regular checkups for their health, car and investment portfolio. But when’s the last time you had a checkup for your mortgage? Here's why it's so important... If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

OK, today we’re going shatter a few MONEY MYTHS… Ever since we were children, we’ve heard and repeated familiar sayings about money. One favorite of parents everywhere is, “Money doesn’t grow on trees.” But what if it turned out that most of the conventional wisdom about money wasn’t true, or at least wasn’t helpful? For instance, while it’s literally true that money doesn’t grow on trees, that saying can lead us to believe in scarcity rather than abundance—so scarcity is what we end up with! Here are 3 three other equally destructive money myths to avoid… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

Ok, today we are going to talk about how millennials are changing the real estate landscape… As millennials become the largest adult generation, it’s no surprise that they’re becoming a major force in home buying. According to Zillow, a US-based online real estate marketplace, millennials now make up 42% of all homebuyers. Here’s how millennial buyers and sellers differ from previous generations… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

Here’s a special resource for you – or anyone you know – who is planning on moving house in the next 6 months… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

Ok, today we are going to talk about avoiding probate conflicts by setting up a living trust. Wills and living trusts are legal documents that distribute property. Both are useful estate planning tools, but there are important differences. Here’s what every homeowner needs to know about living trusts…. If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

Ok, today we're going to talk about what NOT do to when selling your home. When you moved in, your home’s decor may have been the height of fashion. But fashions change. You may still love your home just the way it is, but that doesn’t mean today’s buyers will. If you want to ensure a quick sale for top dollar… Here are 8 things that could make your home harder to sell… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

Ok, today we are going to talk about how the internet has impacted home searching, buying and selling. We’re so used to shopping online, we sometimes forget how technology has transformed the home buying process. Websites, social media, mobile apps, messaging and other platforms help make shopping for and finding a home faster, easier, more efficient, and less frustrating. Here are 5 online capabilities that today’s prospective homebuyers could never live without… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

Ok, today we are going to cover 5 steps for determining how much home you can afford to buy… Buying a home involves lots of decisions… • condo or single family? • big or small? • inner city or suburban? • new or old? But the biggest and most important decision is: how much can I afford? Here are 5 steps to figure out home much home you can afford… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

Ok, today we are going to talk about refinancing your mortgage and how you can speed up the process… Whether you’re refinancing to access extra cash or lock in a rate before they rise further, you want things to happen quickly. Here are 6 steps to refinancing (and how to speed up the process)… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

Ok, today we are going to talk about 5 smart ways to use your home equity… Home equity is the difference between the value of your home and the unpaid balance of your mortgage. You can often access a percentage of that amount through a home equity loan or home equity line of credit (HELOC). Here are 5 of the best ways to use your home equity… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote that each person is compensated in like manner for that which he or she has contributed. This is often referred to as the Law of Compensation or the Law of Cause and Effect. Basically, it's saying that you get back what you give, whether that's a lot or a little. If you want to increase how much you earn, watch this video. If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.