by Nancy Mershon | Apr 17, 2019 | money tips
An annual check-up on your homeowners insurance can result in a healthier policy and a healthier pocketbook. We’re talking about a homeowners insurance check-up, a task you should complete once a year, ideally around renewal time. This will ensure your policy still...
by Nancy Mershon | Mar 14, 2019 | home buying best practices, money tips
A 20% downpayment is one of the biggest misconceptions of home buying. Here’s how to buy with a lot less down. Cobbling together a down payment can be daunting if you follow the textbook advice to squirrel away 20% of a home’s cost. Here are five creative ways to...
by Nancy Mershon | Dec 6, 2018 | money tips
Tip: Tackle your high-interest-rate debt first. Preparing your finances for home ownership begins the day someone decides they actually want to buy a home. After all, saving for a down payment doesn’t just happen overnight! So, how do you best prepare your finances in...