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Choosing Between Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) vs HomeSafe
The HomeSafe® Select is an adjustable product, which offers a standby line of credit. Borrowers who are considering a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) will find that this may be a better alternative. It gives borrowers the freedom and flexibility to access funds as they wish by providing a...
The Warrior Within Us
The Art of War is a series of essays written over 2,400 years ago by Chinese military strategist Sun Tzu. It has been referenced as a guide for how many now conduct themselves in business, sports or any competitive endeavor, and tucked within its pages on military strategy are gems...
What is an Age Friendly Town and How do you Live in One?
Age-friendly towns are places that provide opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to remain intellectually and physically active, socially connected, and engaged with life. Some characteristics of an age-friendly town include bike and walking trails, ease of transportation and accessible spaces, regardless of a person’s physical challenges. They...
You Have a Choice!
The cat's out of the bag and there's no going back. Your grandmother's belief that how she ages was primarily determined by genes and a little bit of luck, well, that belief has gone the way of the eight-track player. According to the MacArthur Foundation's 10-year study on aging, approximately...
Is a Reverse Mortgage Right for Me?
You may be asking yourself, “is as reverse mortgage right for me?” Without knowing all of the details, this can be a disconcerting question. Home equity is the largest source of savings for most people entering retirement, however few people understand how reverse mortgages work. This article sheds light on...
The Pursuit of Happiness – STOP IT!
The “pursuit of happiness” is a term well known to us Americans as it is an iconic phrase in our Declaration of Independence. It is up there with Life and Liberty as the bedrock of our freedom. But, what exactly does it mean? Thomas Jefferson, and our other founding fathers,...