We'd like to welcome Susie O Johnson & Lindsey Jacobs to the studio to talk about how they got started and what they think of the current market. Be sure to listen to their interview below!

Fed Raises Rates                 The Federal Reserve(Fed) recently agreed to raise their benchmark lending rate for the third time in six months. Moreover, they maintained their outlook for one more hike in 2017 and set out some details for how they intend to shrink their $4.5 trillion balance sheet […]

4 Consumer Loans     When you are looking at buying a home your lender will evaluate your debt and credit score. These have a big impact on whether your loan will be approved, and how much you can afford. We are going to outline 4 consumer loans that could make or break your mortgage […]

If you are thinking about buying a home it is likely you will be applying for a home loan. It's a good idea to know what a mortgage lender will look for when looking over your application. Understanding the 4 C's of Underwriting will help you to get a picture of where you will stand on getting a home loan. Follow our guide below to help you gain an understanding and potentially improve certain areas.

If you are in the process of buying a home your buyer's agent is on your side through your home purchase. They should be the first point of contact to the sellers and their agent. Your agent should know everything about what you want in a home, what you need, and how much you can afford, but here are 3 things you should never talk about with the listing agent.

If you are like most people, your home search begins online. Home Scout is the newest real estate app, and we wanted to offer you the chance to beta test it!

Focus on Fundamentals             One of the things I’m not sure I’ve had the opportunity to share is my purpose for creating the show. Creating Smart With Your Money came about as a way for me to share the information I’ve learned throughout my life with other people. Through the years I’ve […]

More Affordable Homeownership For most people, housing is their biggest expense. Lowering your expenses in general and living below your means is a great way to increase savings and reduce debt. How do you get into a position of more affordable homeownership? We are going to outline a few solutions, and hopefully you can find […]

Providing Financial Assistance                   Recently a report came out asking people who invest in the market if they provide financial assistance to their adult children, their parents, or both. The results may surprise you. About one-third of U.S. investors** (32%) report they provide financial assistance to an […]

Ryan Raphael: The Medicare Man Ryan Raphael a.k.a. The Medicare Man  is here to discuss hospital visits and how they affect you when you are on Medicare. As we get older it becomes more likely we will visit the hospital. Here are a few things you should know before you go. Hospital Visits Hopefully, you […]