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 […]
Your PCS, Your Home Choice: New Build vs. Existing Home
Your PCS, Your Home Choice: New Build vs. Existing Home Another PCS is on the horizon, and with it comes one of the biggest decisions you’ll make—finding your next home. For military families, the choice often boils down to this: Should we buy a brand-new home or go with an existing one? Both paths have […]
Back-to-School Survival Guide for Moms: Embrace the Chaos with Calm and Confidence
Back-to-School Survival Guide for Moms: Embrace the Chaos with Calm and Confidence As summer fades and the sound of school bells draws near, moms everywhere are gearing up for a fresh season of early alarms, packed lunches, after-school activities, and never-ending to-do lists. Whether your child is stepping into kindergarten for the first time or […]
Should Military Families Buy a Home During the Summer PCS Season?
🏡 Should Military Families Buy a Home During the Summer PCS Season? Deciding when to buy a home is a big decision for any family—but for military families, the timing of a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) often drives the real estate timeline. With most PCS moves occurring during the summer months, the summer real […]
Hidden Costs of Moving for Military Families
A Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is more than just a move—it’s a major life transition for military families. While the Department of Defense (DoD) provides a variety of allowances and reimbursements to ease the financial burden, many families are caught off guard by the hidden costs that often fall outside of what’s covered. As […]
Protecting Military Families from Mortgage Scams in 2025
Protecting Military Families from Mortgage Scams in 2025 As a real estate professional committed to serving our military community, I want to shed light on a serious—and growing—concern: mortgage scams. In 2025, these scams continue to evolve, targeting hopeful homeowners with increasingly deceptive tactics. Unfortunately, military families are often in the crosshairs, largely because of […]