There are so many benefits to getting outside of your comfort zone and learning about another culture, and what better time to do it than in college? On this episode of the Zing Podcast, we get all the tips and tricks to make the most out of your study abroad experience.

Whether you’re running a business from your house, working from home a few days a month or just need an area in your home to focus in, having a home office can be incredibly useful.

On this episode of the Zing Podcast, we talk with Richelle Stewart of Pots Floral, a floral company she runs out of her home, about the transition of turning your house into your office, how to keep work and home life separate and tips to stay focused while working from home.

DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this podcast is not financial advice. Consult with a financial professional before purchasing a home. The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Quicken Loans. The participation of persons or firms in this podcast is for entertainment purposes only. The information provided is not intended to be considered as a recommendation or an endorsement by Quicken Loans. Please do your own research before making any decisions regarding the hiring of any professional. Equal Housing Lender, licensed in all 50 states, Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System Number 3030.

Pack your suitcase and fill up your gas tank because on this episode of the podcast, we’re talking to Jim Ross of American Fleet Support and Jason Vitug of Phroogal to make sure you and your car are road-ready.

In this episode of the Zing Podcast, we talked to Adam Justice, the vice president and general manager of ConnectSense about smart homes and home automation.

For years, smart homes seemed like something from “The Jetsons”: a thing that would happen in the future – not today. But we’re seeing it here and now! Smart technology is changing the way we live and think about our homes. The idea of a home that works for you isn’t that far off.

Justice gave us a great piece of advice for those just starting to dip their toes into the wide world of home automation. You don’t have to go all out at first; pick one area of your home you really want automated, and start there.

Be sure to look for high-quality, secured smart home products, too. There are a lot of benefits to automating your home – less money on energy and convenience being two of them – but you want to be prudent about it. If you’re putting your home online, you want to make sure it’s secure.

After you listen to the podcast, take a look at some of our other articles about smart home technology and see how you may want to incorporate smart technology in your home!

DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this podcast is not financial advice. Consult with a financial professional before purchasing a home. The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Quicken Loans. The participation of persons or firms in this podcast is for entertainment purposes only. The information provided is not intended to be considered as a recommendation or an endorsement by Quicken Loans. Please do your own research before making any decisions regarding the hiring of any professional. Equal Housing Lender, licensed in all 50 states, Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System Number 3030.

We’ve been making purchases online for over a decade now, but within the last few years there’s been a transition happening. We’re not just making purchases online anymore, we’re budgeting, paying bills, doing our banking – even paying back our friends.

When is the last time you went into a bank to deposit a check? Ordered checks? How about to the ATM to get cash to pay back your buddy? There are so many apps now that eliminate the need to actually go into your branch office or to the ATM.

On this episode of the Zing podcast, we sat down with John Rampton, founder and CEO of Due.com, to discuss a few of the exciting things happening in the world of financial technology, or FinTech, as it’s more commonly known.

We talked about everything from online budgeting tools like Mint, to the future of money transfers.

DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this podcast is not financial advice. Consult with a financial professional before purchasing a home. The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Quicken Loans. The participation of persons or firms in this podcast is for entertainment purposes only. The information provided is not intended to be considered as a recommendation or an endorsement by Quicken Loans. Please do your own research before making any decisions regarding the hiring of any professional. Equal Housing Lender, licensed in all 50 states, Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System Number 3030.

If you’re like many Americans, the start of a new year brings with it the excitement and promise of self-improvement. Around half of us commit to a New Year’s resolution every year, according to a University of Scranton study in the Journal of Clinical Psychology, but only around 8% of people are successful in achieving their resolution.

But we’re not here to dampen your spirits – quite the opposite. On this episode of the podcast we take two of the most popular New Year’s resolutions – losing weight and quitting smoking, and talk to a couple of experts about how you can maximize your chances of seeing those commitments through.

Psychotherapist Victoria Duda helps us understand the root causes of addictions and provides some helpful advice on how to rid yourself of an unwanted habit. We’re also joined by Tessa Ferrier, personal trainer, who provides helpful insight into how to approach weight loss from a diet and exercise standpoint.

Tune in and let us help you see your New Year’s resolution through to completion!

DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this podcast is not financial advice. Consult with a financial professional before purchasing a home. The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Quicken Loans. The participation of persons or firms in this podcast is for entertainment purposes only. The information provided is not intended to be considered as a recommendation or an endorsement by Quicken Loans. Please do your own research before making any decisions regarding the hiring of any professional. Equal Housing Lender, licensed in all 50 states, Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System Number 3030.

‘Tis the season for holiday parties! Whether you’re heading out to a work bash or a friend’s soiree, you want to make sure you’re putting your best foot forward.

To help demystify the unwritten rules around behaving at parties, we brought in an expert. Arden Clise is an etiquette consultant and founder of Clise Etiquette. In this episode of the Zing Podcast, we’ll cover everything you need to know when attending that holiday party.

How do you network at work functions when you don’t know who you’re talking with? What are some common etiquette mistakes that we all make in social situations? How can you wow the host and fellow partygoers when attending parties?

Listen now and find out!

DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this podcast is not financial advice. Consult with a financial professional before purchasing a home. The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Quicken Loans. The participation of persons or firms in this podcast is for entertainment purposes only. The information provided is not intended to be considered as a recommendation or an endorsement by Quicken Loans. Please do your own research before making any decisions regarding the hiring of any professional. Equal Housing Lender, licensed in all 50 states, Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System Number 3030.