A conditional approval is issued by your underwriter once the loan file has been reviewed – the review and approval process is nearly the same for both a purchase and refinance. The conditional approval basically states that the loan is approved provided the conditions listed are satisfied. Learn more about the mortgage loan underwriting process. […]

There’s nothing like homemade weeknight dinners that taste as wonderful as they are easy to make. Combining okra, flavorful chicken, and a salad is all you need to knock out the meal and win rave reviews. Okra fritters are nearly addictive and just happen to be one my favorite ways to use the greatest of […]

Burgers on the grill are as All-American as baseball and apple pie. And, even as our summer is ending, we love celebrating Labor Day with cookouts on the grill. Our attraction to the scent of meat cooking on fire is basic; the wafting gray smoke seems to awaken some sort of primordial urge buried deep […]

I’m always looking for new color inspiration and can pretty much find it anywhere. And since I have a massive collection of vintage stuff, it’s no surprise these turned up during the summer season. I matched some color palettes with the covers of these old surf magazines to give me some inspiration for future projects. Check […]

Tomatoes have been a part of my life from the moment my dad made me taste my first tomato sandwich. I was being a very stubborn child who didn’t want to try one of the foods that would become a lifelong love. In the heat of summer, tomatoes are bursting with flavor and sun-ripened taste. […]

Have a project or renovation idea you’ve been wanting to tackle? Knowing what level of skill you have, is the first step in determining how much help you’re going to need (or not) for your next home improvement or repair. Once you decide which jobs you can do and which ones you absolutely cannot do help to minimize the mistakes […]

Homeowners insurance isn’t a one-size-fits-all product; different types of property will require different types of insurance coverage. When purchasing insurance, it’s important to think about what you might need at that moment and in the future. When shopping for homeowners insurance, speak with your insurance professional to ensure you have the type and amount of […]