10 Healthy Changes for You and Your Pocketbook

You may be paying for a few things that aren’t benefiting your health or your budget. Even small changes can add up to big savings when you take a closer look at your spending habits. The purpose of this article is to inspire you to make a few healthy changes for you and your wallet. […]

5 Rules for Organizing Your Home

Being organized can help reduce the stress in your life. Organizing your home so that things are easier to find when you need them, clutter isn’t in the way, and cleaning doesn’t seem like a monumental task are good reasons to approach organization strategically. Let us help you with a few tips to make your […]

Saving to Buy a Home in Texas

The traditional advice for saving to buy a home is to save 20% of the purchase price for the down payment. The truth is that there are great mortgage options that have much lower down payment requirements. When saving to buy a home in Texas, you should also be familiar with what costs to expect […]

10 Free Ways to Practice Self Care During the Day

Focusing on self care doesn’t have to cost a thing. While it’s nice to get a massage or spend a day at the spa, there are a number of ways that you can practice self care for free each day. This article highlights 10 daily habits that you can use to practice self care. 1. […]

Mortgage Interest Rates: Buying & Refinancing

Interest rates are often a topic of conversation when people start talking about the housing market. However, finding the mortgage option that is best for you is not just about the interest rates you find online. In this article we will discuss interest rates and how they factor into your mortgage options. Can I shop […]

Should I Buy or Rent

There are equally good reasons to decide to either buy or rent a home. It is a decision you should make based on your goals and financial future. In this article we will ask and answer some of the big questions you should consider when you are deciding whether to buy or rent a home. […]

Free and Cheap Summer Activities: Kids and Teens

The summer months are packed with opportunities for your kids to play and learn by doing new things. We have a few ideas for free or relatively inexpensive activities for your kids and teens this summer. These summer activities aren’t about keeping your kids entertained. Engaging with family, the community, and opportunities for learning this […]

Summer Selfie Challenge

This summer selfie challenge is designed for big kids and teens with a smart phone. Engaging with with nature, family, friends, and positive interactions in the community, this challenge highlights the positive capabilities of technology through the camera lens. Complete the challenge by checking ALL of the boxes this Summer: Take a selfie with… Your […]

Design Tips for Hanging Artwork in Your Home

In our opinion, one of the best aspects of owning a home is making the space a reflection of your personal style. Hanging artwork in a house can make you feel at home by adding color, style, and meaning to the walls. This article will help you decide how and where to hang artwork in […]

Smart Ways to Use Home Equity

As a home owner your home’s equity builds over time, both during your mortgage repayment and as home values rise in the local market. Home equity is the difference between your home’s fair market value and the balance owed to the bank. In Texas you can use up to 80% of your home’s equity with […]