Market Update

4-C Parent Involvement Tips: Back to School – Some Helpful Tips

The new school year is right around the corner and whether you have a preschooler or an older child, this change in routines can be a bit stressful for any family. There are things that you can do to help this transition go smoothly. Start by easing into the new routine about a week or […]

Lender Points: What Are They, and Should You Pay Them?

In the world of lending, one point is 1% of a loan amount. So, one point on a $150,000 loan would be $1,500. Points, in general, may be referred to as either discount points or loan origination points. You may have heard the term points used in a couple of different ways. One of them […]

Must-Do Shingle Maintenance to Prolong the Life of Your Roof

Just because your roof is out of sight, doesn’t mean it should be out of mind. But so often, a home’s roof misses out on the attention it needs if for nothing more than the inconvenience the upkeep presents. The result of lacking maintenance is a roof that needs to be repaired or replaced before […]

3 Common Air Conditioner Problems in Madison

  One thing we all know well is that the typical “Dog Days” of summer usually coincide with the month of August. This can often make your house unusually hot and stuffy while forcing you to rely on your air conditioning unit for comfort throughout the season. Summer time in Madison is no time for […]

4C Parent Involvement Tip – Scavenger Hunt on the Go!

Much of the time scavenger hunts are done at home, school or possibly for a special occasion like a birthday party. But have you ever considered using scavenger hunts while grocery shopping or riding in the car? A scavenger hunt is a search for a list of items. There is no need to actually collect […]

What you need to know about Wire Fraud

The Contractor Questionnaire/Checklist Before you Start

There are many vital questions you need to ask before starting your next project.  Most of them pertain to the details of the remodeling plan.  But that means often you forget to ask about the details of process.  Here is a quick list to help you through the first week of your project.   What are […]

Get to Know the Real Pest of Water Damage

Spring and water damage tend to go hand in hand, be it melting snow, falling rain, or rising levels of humidity. And seasons aside, there’s also man-made water damage due to burst pipes, leaky appliances, and inadequate ventilation. As soon as the water hits–whatever its source–the destruction begins, causing stains, odors, wood swelling and warping, […]

4C Parent Involvement Tip: Gardening Time with Your Children

  Are you ready to try gardening with your child this year? There are so many wonderful benefits to gardening with children of any age. Children often don’t really know where their food comes from or all of the work that goes into producing it.  Gardening not only teaches children about the fruits and vegetables […]

Vacation Home Financing – What You Should Know

Whether you see yourself at the beach, in the mountains, or on the golf course, Inlanta Mortgage is here to help provide you with the financing you need to make your dream a reality! When it comes to financing second homes, it’s important to note that lenders are most concerned that the transaction makes sense. […]