A bill geared towards encouraging more private companies to offer flood insurance passed the U.S. House of Representatives by way of a unanimous 419-0 vote last week, and now the wait starts to find out whether the Senate starts moving forward on an equivalent bill. Private flood insurance ... » Learn More about Private flood insurance support bill in Senate’s hands
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Renters up at night over housing costs, more so than homeowners
Oftentimes, studies focus on the financial strain homeowners experience while attempting to maintain their households. However a new Gallup poll says renters are almost twice as likely to worry about housing costs than homeowners. Sixty-three percent of renters who bring home $30,000 or ... » Learn More about Renters up at night over housing costs, more so than homeowners
Qualifying for a Mortgage on a Second Home
Are you considering buying a Tampa Bay Area property as a second home or investment? Perhaps you are looking for a small cottage or apartment where you can escape for vacation, or maybe you want to have another home closer to family. Maybe you want to rent out your second property and make a steady ... » Learn More about Qualifying for a Mortgage on a Second Home
4 Home Features That could not Be Worth the effort
While you compose your set of "must-haves" for your next home, make sure you're up for the work and added maintenance expense each item may require. Here are a few of items to think over. 4 Home Features That could not Be Worth the effort (or Expense) 1. Wood-burning fireplace Snuggling with a ... » Learn More about 4 Home Features That could not Be Worth the effort
Gift Ideas for your Mother on her special day
Mother’s day is a time to show just how much you appreciate the mother figures in your life…no pressure. Here are some fun and creative ways to show your love and gratitude. If you have children then their mother, your mother and her mother might just love some of these ideas. Also, the kids ... » Learn More about Gift Ideas for your Mother on her special day