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What is Private Mortgage Insurance?

It’s possible to buy a home without a 20% down payment. Our friendly lending experts can show you how. Read on to learn about Private Mortgage Insurance.

Nov

Aug

What to Know Before Buying Your First Home

Buying your first home can feel like an exciting, albeit overwhelming, experience from the start.

May

What to Teach Kids by Middle School

By middle school, kids often begin earning money from allowances, babysitting and other odd jobs, so it’s crucial that families have conversations about how to manage that money before negative habits are formed.

Mar

Millennials and Money

People talk a lot about the similarities and differences between today’s generations, and the Millennial generation is one segment that is often hard to define.

Mar

Financial Spring Cleaning (Quiz)

Part of spring cleaning can include organizing and “cleaning up” your finances as well.

Mar

Americans Waste HOW Much Money on Premium Gas?!

You’ve probably heard it before…even if your car manufacturer recommends regular gas, many people suggest “treating” your car to premium gas at least once in a while to help it run better.

Mar

Understanding Your Credit Score (Video)

There are also tons of myths about how you can harm or improve your own score.