Real Estate Industry Acronyms and Abbreviations Within the real estate industry your realtor uses abbreviations and acronyms are often in everyday language. While these terms may seem familiar, their actual meaning may be confusing or different than expected. We have listed some common terms in the industry and explained what they mean. ABR® (The Accredited Buyer’s Representative) […]
Home Buying with SmartMortgage.com
Home Buying With SmartMortgage.com Whether you’re a first-time buyer purchasing a starter home or making a move up to your dream home, Christopher has the skill and knowledge to help you pick a loan program and manage the loan process through closing. Doug Haldeman welcomes Christopher Beahm to the Cornerstone Studios as they talk about […]
Paying Cash For Your Home May Not Be The Best Plan
Paying Cash For Your Home Everywhere you turn, you hear how bad it is to carry around debt. So naturally, it’s logical to think that buying a home with cash – or sinking as much cash as possible into your home to avoid the massive debt associated with a mortgage, is the smartest choice for your […]
Good vs. Bad Mortgage Advice
The Worst Mortgage Advice Home Buyers Actually Believe When it comes time to buy your house the mortgage part can be a daunting process if you don’t have the best advice. Doug and Tammie discuss the bad advice people get during the mortgage process and offer the good advice as something to keep in mind […]
Doug Answers Listener’s Credit Report Questions
On today’s show Doug addresses credit report questions sent in by listeners and gives great credit advice. If you’re looking for a mortgage and need professional financial advice reach out to Doug call/text (314) 472-DOUG (3684)
Do You Have A Roof Over Your Head? Got Insurance?
Insurance 101 With Elaine Mahr – Expert Contributor Do you have home owners insurance? When was the last time you reviewed your polity? Your home is where you hang your hat, where your family sleeps, and where you keep your valuable and meaningful belongings. When it comes to protecting your investments, there are few things […]
ELAINE MAHR/ FARMERS INSURANCE AGENT
ELAINE MAHR/ FARMERS INSURANCE AGENT Elaine Mahr, an experienced insurance agent, brings a high level of authenticity and care to her clients. She is interested not only insuring her clients but educating them as well. Know that when you receive your policy from Elaine you will actually understand it. Her mission is: To become a trusted advisor and educate […]
Getting To Know Elaine Mahr
ELAINE MAHR/ FARMERS INSURANCE AGENT Elaine Mahr, an experienced insurance agent, brings a high level of authenticity and care to her clients. She is interested not only insuring her clients but educating them as well. Know that when you receive your policy from Elaine you will actually understand it. Her mission is: To become a trusted advisor and educate […]
Shelly Clark On Surveying, Mapping & Flood Zones
Are you in the zone? The flood zone that is. Doug and Tammie interview Shelly Clark with Cardinal Surveying & Mapping. Shelly shares her experience and wisdom in shedding some light on FEMA Flood Zoning and the difference between 100 year and 500 year flood zones. In addition, Shelly discusses what homeowners need to know […]
Be On A Budget And Still Go Out With Your Friends
You and your friends may have shared a similar economic situation when you were kids or while you were in college, but now that you are adults, your incomes might diverge widely. Differences in spending habits can destroy a friendship when they result in wildly different lifestyles or feelings of resentment, but if you approach […]
