Selling Your Home in Winter? Here’s How to Stand Out Selling a home in winter can feel harder than selling in spring. The days are shorter. The weather is colder. Fewer buyers are out looking. But winter can also be a great time to sell. Buyers who tour homes in winter are often serious and […]
Post-Holiday Financial Reset: How to Get Mortgage-Ready in 2026
Start the New Year with a Clear Mortgage Plan The holidays are a great time to relax and celebrate. But for many military families, they can also put stress on finances. Travel, gifts, and events often lead to higher spending. When January arrives, your bank account may feel the impact. The good news is that […]
Looking Ahead: Real Estate Trends for 2026
A Calmer, More Predictable Market After years of uncertainty, the real estate market is finally starting to feel steady again. In 2026, buyers and sellers can expect fewer surprises and more balance. For military families, this is welcome news. The intense bidding wars and limited choices of the past few years are easing. Instead of […]
Honoring Service, Sacrifice, and Community This Veterans Day
Honoring Service, Sacrifice, and Community This Veterans Day In Central Texas, words like service, honor, and commitment aren’t just slogans — they’re a way of life. For our active-duty service members, veterans, and military families, Veterans Day is more than a date on the calendar. It’s a moment for our nation to pause and recognize […]
Smart Home Updates Before Your Next PCS
The end of the year is the perfect time to plan ahead — to check your finances, set goals, and look at what’s next. For military homeowners, that means it’s also time to take a closer look at your home. With a PCS always a possibility, your property isn’t just where you live — it’s […]
The Fed, Mortgage Rates & Why Refinancing Is Back on the Table
The Fed, Mortgage Rates & Why Refinancing Is Back on the Table For the first time in years, mortgage rates are trending down. This shift is tied to the Federal Reserve easing monetary policy. The Fed doesn’t set mortgage rates directly — but when they lower the Federal Funds Rate (the rate banks charge each […]
Selling Your Home During Halloween? Make It a Treat, Not a Trick 🎃
Selling Your Home During Halloween? Make It a Treat, Not a Trick 🎃 Putting your home on the market is always a big task — and doing it during a festive season like Halloween can feel even more intense. But with the right strategy, you can sell your home and enjoy the season. Military families […]
The True Cost of a PCS Move (and How to Save)
The True Cost of a PCS Move (and How to Save) For military families, PCS moves are part of life. While the military covers many major expenses, hidden costs—like utility deposits, pet boarding, and meals on the road—often catch families by surprise. The good news? With some planning, you can keep expenses in check and […]
Temple’s First Tanglefoot Festival: A Weekend to Remember
Temple’s First Tanglefoot Festival: A Weekend to Remember By: Sierra Kahlstrom Last weekend, Temple, Texas, made history by hosting its very first Tanglefoot Festival—and it was huge! The event brought together a mix of country music’s biggest headliners, beloved regional bands, and fresh new talent, giving fans a full weekend of music and memories. Music […]
The 2025 Housing Market: What Military Families Need to Know
The 2025 Housing Market: What Military Families Need to Know The U.S. housing market in 2025 has been full of change. While higher mortgage rates have slowed activity in some areas, experts see signs of stability and opportunity ahead. Inventory levels are improving, giving buyers more options, and prices have largely held steady despite the […]
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