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The Advantage of Using a Local Lender
December 22, 2022
Categories: Home, Local, Mortgages
When you work with a local mortgage lender, you work face-to-face with an expert. Here are five reasons to consider local when you are ready to make your homeownership dreams come true:
Local lenders provide the most personalized experience possible. Rather than dealing with corporate bureaucracy, you’re working with a small team that responds to your needs quickly and efficiently. They listen first, speak plainly, and offer the best...
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10 Ways to Freshen Up Your Home
June 14, 2022
I don’t know about you, but we are feeling inspired to tackle home projects and make some improvements! Spring and summer are great times to address those projects you’ve been putting off. Whether you are selling, renovating, or just wanting a little home facelift, use these tips to inspire a home refresh.
Rearrange Learn MoreSpring Improvements to Increase Your Home’s Resale Value
May 19, 2022
Categories: Home, Mortgages, Seasonal
Thinking of selling your home? We’re here to share some easy springtime renovations to provide the greatest return on your investment. While spring cleaning can be fun, a spring renovation can give you the biggest bang for your buck!
Replace the garage door.Replacing the garage door...
Learn MoreStaging Tips for Selling Your Home
April 12, 2022
Categories: Family, Home, Mortgages
Staging your home can be a hectic task on your plate. Here are a few tips on how you can stage your home easily and on a budget.
Make a Good First ImpressionGood curb appeal will stand out to your buyers immediately. Attractive landscaping and outside projects can take time. If you’re in a hurry to get your exterior looking its best, the first thing to focus on would be removing...
Learn MoreHow-To: Staging Your House to Sell
December 9, 2021
Categories: Mortgages
If you’re preparing to sell your home, you’re in the right place. We’re here to provide you with 8 helpful house staging tips so you can make the most of your space and grab the attention of prospective buyers.
1. Focus on the curb appeal.Curb appeal is huge when it comes to first impressions. Some good and relatively cheap ways to make the outside of your home more attractive are to repaint...
Learn More5 Adventures to Have in Your Own Backyard
July 5, 2021
Categories: Budget, General, Mortgages, Personal Finances, Saving
Summer is in full swing and the whole family is gearing up for the adventures that this this time of year has to offer. So round up your family and friends and let’s get out there!
Adventure 1 – Get out on the water!All within driving distance, you can head to Kankakee River, Lake Shelbyville and Clinton Lake. So why not buy a boat, grab the life jackets and make memories that last right...
Learn MoreUnlock Your Home’s Hidden Potential with a HELOC
June 16, 2021
Categories: Budget, Mortgages, Personal Finances, Saving
How many hours do you think you’ve spent staring at the walls inside your home this last year? How many hours did you spend online or on Pinterest trying to find ways to spruce up your home or find new ways to entertain your family? A Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) is the perfect way to turn those daydreams into a reality! Check out some of the ways you can unlock your home’s hidden potential with a HELOC.
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Learn More4 Steps to Home Buying
May 19, 2021
Categories: Budget, Mortgages, Personal Finances, Saving
Whether you’ve been looking for a while or have just decided to begin the hunt, buying a home is an exciting adventure! But do you know some of the things you should be doing before stumbling upon your dream home? We’re here to explain our top four steps to home buying so you can enjoy the journey.
Know How Much You Can AffordEven though you could get a loan for $300,000, this may...
Learn MoreHow Life Events Can Affect Your Mortgage
April 12, 2021
Categories: Budget, Family, General, Mortgages, Personal Finances, Saving
If you have a mortgage, you’ve committed to making a house into a home and settling in for at least the next few years – if not decades. You’re going to live a lot of life in that home! Did you know that different life events can affect your home loan? Peoples Bank of Kankakee County is here to help you understand how life events can affect your mortgage.
Getting MarriedIf you’re...
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