Instead of just working harder to make more money, why not make the money you have work harder for you. Here are four strategies to make that happen... 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 buying a home at an auction… Auctions aren’t just for rich people. When houses are sold at auction, the prices can be downright cheap. Here’s how to save BIG by buying a home at an auction…. 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 6 ways your family can save money, but still have fun. Making the most of time as a family doesn’t have to mean spending a bunch of money. In fact, you could be earning some! Here are 6 ways to save money and stay social… 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 some important things to consider before downsizing your home… In 1950, the average single-family home in the US was 1,000 square feet, and today it’s 2,600 square feet. The difference is even more dramatic when you consider how much larger families were in the 1950s! Some find themselves living in unnecessarily large homes, which leaves room for downsizing and saving. But before you rush in to selling and buying small, here are 5 things to consider before downsizing… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

To ensure your long-term financial security, it's essential to develop an effective financial plan, retirement strategy and investment portfolio. Since most people don't have the skills required to do this, here are 7 tips for choosing the right financial planner... If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

Buying a home in a new real estate development can be exciting! However, there are important things to be aware of before you sign the contract. There’s nothing like turning the key on a brand-new home that’s never been lived in. But buying in new a real estate development isn’t the same as buying an existing house. Here are 5 tips for buying in new real estate development… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

Many of the world’s wealthiest people got that way by investing in real estate. But it’s difficult to come up with the hefty 20% down payment required to buy an investment property. Here are 6 ways to make investing in real estate more affordable… 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 pros and cons of house flipping. It’s possible to make a lot of money by flipping properties. But it’s not as easy as it sounds, and there are just as many pitfalls as there are rewards. Here are 4 pros and cons of house flipping… 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 4 ways to get the lowest possible refinance rate… If you’re thinking about refinancing, there are ways to make your rate even lower than you think. Here are 4 ways to make sure you get the lowest possible refinance rate… 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 you can protect your home while you are away on a vacation... At this point, you’ve made your plans, booked your trip and are looking forward to a week or two away from work. But while you’re thinking about what to pack, give some thought to home security. Is your home protected while you are away? Do you have a security camera or neighbors looking out for you? Here are 7 steps to protect your home while you are away… 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 how to get SMART with MONEY... If you’re like most people, you spend a lot of time worrying about money. But worry only makes things worse. Here are 4 common money challenges (and ways to take the worry out of them)… 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 mistakes to avoid when buying a home… Buying a home can be exciting, stressful, easy or difficult depending on the market, time of year, etc. But no matter when or where you buy, you can still encounter challenges if you’re not prepared. Here are 5 common mistakes to avoid when buying a home… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

As any good real estate professional will tell you, setting the right price for a home is a mix of technical knowledge and intuition. Realtors have to rely on their experience, knowledge and feel for the market. But there’s more to it than that. Here are 4 factors that smart Realtors rely on to set the right listing price… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

You’ve found the ideal place. The whole family loves it. But before you seal the deal, make sure you or your home inspector checks for these potentially expensive deal breakers. Here are 6 important things you need to look for before you buy a home… 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 4 ways to sell your house quick, without compromising on a fair price… In most markets, spring is the #1 time of year for selling homes and fall comes in at #2. But no matter when you’re planning to sell your home, don’t despair! Here are 4 ways to sell your house quickly… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Austin call us at, 815-236-4716.

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OK, today we’re going to talk about the BIG “A” word… AMORTIZATION that is! The length of time it takes you to pay off your entire mortgage is called the amortization. But don’t fall prey to the misconception that a longer amortization is better. In most cases, the opposite is true. Here’s what every homeowner needs to know…. If you're looking for a top-notch Mortgage Broker in Greater Vancouver, Fraser Valley and Whistler, BC/Canada, call us at (778) 878-5350.

Imagine for a moment that there was a tree called the "Tree of Life." And on that tree there were fruits (otherwise known as your results). What do people tend to do when they don't like their fruits? They tend to focus on their fruits. They focus their attention on what they don't want -- their lack of results! Now, what's the problem with that approach? You can focus on your fruits -- your results -- all day long, but that obviously, that's not going to change anything. To change your fruits, you must first change your roots. To change what's above the ground, you must first change what's below the ground. The change the visible, you must first change the invisible. Here's exactly how you do it... If you're looking for a top-notch Mortgage Broker in Greater Vancouver, Fraser Valley and Whistler, BC/Canada, call us at (778) 878-5350.

OK, today we’re going to talk about the tax-saving benefits of having your own business… If you’re a self-starter who enjoys promoting your own ideas and taking responsibility for generating customers and income, you’re probably well suited to self-employment. In addition to providing independence and freedom, self-employment offers tax savings. Here are 8 tax-saving benefits of being self-employed… If you're looking for a top-notch Mortgage Broker in Greater Vancouver, Fraser Valley and Whistler, BC/Canada, call us at (778) 878-5350.

I once heard a statistic that 90% of all failure comes from quitting. Thomas Edison affirmed this when he said, “Many of life's failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.” If it weren't for Mr. Edison's dogged determination to keep going, after thousands of failed attempts, at creating the incandescent light bulb, who knows we might still be lighting our homes with candles! In other words, persistence beats resistance. Quitters never win and winners never quit. If you want to increase your chances of success you must have a dream worth fighting for and then resolve to never, never, never give up! Here's How to Activate the Power of Persistence... If you're looking for a top-notch Mortgage Broker in Greater Vancouver, Fraser Valley and Whistler, BC/Canada, call us at (778) 878-5350.