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Cory Thompson November 3, 2023 Leave a Comment

Ways To Be Financially Prepared for an Emergency

It’s important to be financially prepared for emergencies so that you can handle unexpected expenses or situations without having to worry about your financial stability. Here are some ways to financially prepare for emergencies: Build an emergency fund: Start by building an emergency fund that can cover at least 3-6 months of your living expenses. […]

Filed Under: Budget, Homeowner Tips Tagged With: Budgeting, Emergency Funds, Savings

Cory Thompson November 1, 2023 Leave a Comment

Planning Your Mortgage Budget for the Holiday Season

The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration, but it can also be a challenging time for your finances, especially if you’re juggling the responsibilities of a mortgage. However, with some thoughtful planning and budgeting, you can ensure that you enjoy the festivities without putting your financial stability at risk.  I will provide […]

Filed Under: Budget, Home Tips Tagged With: Holiday Savings, Mortgage Payment, Sales, Savings

Cory Thompson September 17, 2021

Is An Escrow Account Right For You?

When someone is looking at purchasing a home, they usually focus on the purchase price of the home and the potential monthly payment. At the same time, there are other costs that need to be included as well. This includes home insurance and real estate taxes. As a result, many homeowners find themselves asking if they should use an escrow account or not. What do homeowners need to think about and how can they make the right decision?

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Escrow, Mortgage, Savings

Cory Thompson July 21, 2021

Why An Emergency Fund Is Important

There’s almost a guarantee that at some point in the future you’re going to face an emergency. Like most things in life, that emergency is going to require money to solve. You can’t assume that you’ll have the funds to face the emergency when it happens. You can’t even assume that you’ll have enough on your credit cards to pay for it. The only safe way to plan is to have an emergency fund.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Emergency Funds, Repairs, Savings

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Cory Thompson

Cory Thompson


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