Look out for the witches, ghouls, and goblins that will be roaming the streets on Halloween. While the holiday brings lots of spooky tricks and treats, it’s also a time to keep little monsters safe while having fun. So, what can you do to be cautious and still enjoy the festivities? Just follow a handful of quick safety tips to help the children have a Happy Halloween.

I’ve been in the industry for 22 years. The first decade, I started as a part-time Teller at a large national bank and eventually worked my way up to Branch Manager.

I started as a loan officer in January 1986, when interest rates had just fallen below 10 percent and before there was technology as we know it today. Back then, it took more time to get the job done because the processes were longer:

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The 10-year U. S. Treasury yield serves as a vital economic benchmark for borrowing rates, such as mortgage rates. It’s closely watched as an indicator of broader investor confidence that is affected when the Treasury yield fluctuates

Your neighbors are the key players when it comes to building and maintaining a strong community. Whether you live in a new or existing neighborhood, communities can grow as long as residents are willing to foster relationships with their neighbors.

Community gardens are a great way to bring homeowners together for the benefit of the entire neighborhood. Participation in starting and maintaining a garden can help transform residents into a united community.

The crisp air and motivated sellers make buying a house during the off-peak fall and winter seasons the perfect time to get your perfect home. When a property is listed, the goal is usually to get it sold as quickly as possible, so sellers may be more willing to accommodate buyers who are searching during the off season.

Have you ever put any thought into a character from a popular TV show inventing an actual holiday? It never crossed my mind either. But that’s exactly how February 13 became known as Galentine’s Day.

It’s not your imagination if you feel a case of the winter blues every year. Your mood swings, fatigue, and lack of energy can be attributed to colder weather and the national time change that results in shorter daylight hours. There’s actually a clinical term, called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), that describes how a lot of people feel during the fall and winter months.

While making resolutions can signify a fresh start for many people, it might be a good idea to set impending goals before the new year begins. This action allows us to mentally prepare ourselves for the changes we plan to make. New Year’s resolutions should be about making beneficial changes in the months ahead.

Are you tired of munching on the striped, sweet treats that are synonymous with the holiday season? If so, there are some fun and tasty ways to repurpose uneaten candy canes.

It’s that time of year when hosts are serving an abundance of delicious, savory food. But is there an easy way to prepare flavorful dishes that even your guests with diet restrictions can enjoy?

Smell is one of our most important senses and different aromas can trigger various emotions in our daily lives.

Want a mouth-watering treat? No need to head to the grocery store when you already have a nutritious pumpkin on hand. There are ways to squeeze out every cent you spent on your pumpkin without wasting any part of it.

It’s almost time to turn back the clocks one hour. This means we’ll gain an hour of sleep, but it will get dark earlier in the day. The 2021 Daylight Saving Time (DST) officially ends on Sunday, Nov. 7, at 2 a.m. (fall back an hour to 1:00 a.m.)

Want to spruce up your home this autumn without doing a major project? It’s not difficult to create the cheerful, cozy boost you want without breaking the bank.

Did you know that coloring can help you alleviate some of the unexpected emotions you may experience while house shopping? Adult coloring is gaining popularity as a form of stress release with therapeutic potential to reduce anxiety.

This year’s housing market continues to explode like fireworks! In today’s hot real estate market, home inventory is low while competition is high, giving sellers the opportunity to find multiple buyers a lot faster.

The pandemic forced us to spend a lot more time at home. With stay-at-home orders, our homes became an even more important place to spend time with family. That confinement (and spending less money outside the house) is a huge factor that contributed to the current remodeling trend.