Can We Say "Thank You" Enough? This year we have a better deeper understanding about the value of work. Work is precious and doing what you love is even more valuable. Not everybody gets recognized for the value of their work, but thankfully most people continue to provide value for selfless reasons. And right now, we have a lot of people who are compelled to continue their work, even without proper recognition. Over the past few months, we have truly discovered that not all hero’s wear … [Read more...]
“Just the Facts Ma’am”
So what is going on? That’s what this blog series is about and let’s get right into it; as Joe Friday said, “Just the Facts Ma’am”. Over the summer, during the Corona Virus Pandemic, the average FICO score rose. This is surprising to most. We are not talking about those in process for a home loan or those applying for a mortgage. We are talking about average consumers, who’s scores rose slightly over the summer months. … [Read more...]
Play Like You Don’t Know Better
What could you achieve if you didn’t place any limitations on yourself? Jazz pianist Art Tatum— called “the eighth wonder of the world” by Count Basie—is a perfect example of a man who knew no boundaries. Though blind, Tatum expressed an interest in the piano as a youngster. He listened to the music of Fats Waller and Lee Sims on the radio for hours, hoping that someday he would be able to perform as well as they did. Of course, that meant he’d have to learn to play, but unfortunately, … [Read more...]
When is gold not measured in Karats?
Many years ago a young couple with three sons bought a house in North Georgia. The previous owner said something that made the couple think that gold could be found on the property. They told their sons, who began digging up the ground looking for wealth. After a few weeks much of the ground around the house had been turned over, and with no gold found, the father decided to plant some seeds: corn, tomatoes, potatoes, and onions. With his sons’ help, he grew so much that he went on to open a … [Read more...]
“The Best Home-Buying Advice I’ve Heard, Ever”
If you're house hunting, you're probably getting snowed with advice from well-meaning friends and family members on which neighborhoods are hot, how so-and-so is selling a place you have to see ... and plenty more. That's all fine if you have an insatiable appetite for info, but what if you're a bit more discerning about the tips and tricks you want delivered your way? We asked home buyers and real estate agents to share not just any old advice, but the very best home … [Read more...]
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