Buying a home is a big step, and we know the mortgage process can bring a lot of questions. How much do you need for a down payment? What’s the difference between pre-approval and pre-qualification? To clear up the confusion, we sat down with our mortgage lending specialist, Johnny, to tackle the five most common mortgage questions. ...Read More
Every new year, we often have new goals or resolutions. Your finances may not have come up in those this year, but it probably should have. ...Read More
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A new year means a lot of resetting things in our lives. It means new calendars on the desk and hanging on the wall. It means a month or so of fixing it when you jot the date with the old year. And just like another year usually means an annual checkup with your doctor, it should also mean an annual checkup on your retirement plan. No waiting room here, though – let's dive in. ...Read More
You’ve probably heard that mobile deposit is an amazing online banking tool, allowing you to deposit paper checks straight from your smartphone or device remotely anytime, anywhere. It’s quick, safe, and convenient—plus mobile deposit saves you lots of time because there’s no need to stop into a branch or find an ATM. ...Read More
Opening a checking account is an essential step in managing your finances. However, many people are uncertain about the exact requirements for this process. Knowing what you need in advance can save time and headaches. ...Read More
Finding financing for a car can be challenging if you have a poor credit score or a short credit history. In this blog, we take a closer look at why lenders are wary of buyers with lower credit scores and how you should go about applying for a loan if you have a lower credit score. ...Read More
The median amount of retirement savings a family has (according to a 2022 study) is $87,000. ...Read More
At first, it seems like nachos and tortilla chips. They're different, but they basically mean the same thing. ...Read More
As you may have guessed, a strategy with "bullet" in the name isn't about listing things out in a PowerPoint – it's about hitting a target! ...Read More