Cheryl Bourland's blog

Build with the Sun in Mind

Many of us consider the scorching rays of the upcoming summer sun to be an unavoidable drawback of an otherwise lovely season, especially when it comes to energy bills. However, there are relatively simple ways that you can make you home work with the sun, rather than against it. Of course, the best time to implement these plans is during the home construction phase, but that doesn't mean you need to give in to the air conditioner if your home is already standing!

Severe Weather Chances Means Preparedness is Key

tornadoThese past few weeks have had the potential for severe weather in our area and unfortunately, has come to fruition, so it might be a good time to brush up on some safety tips for these types of situations. Being prepared is the best solution to whatever mother nature can throw at us. Whether it is severe thunderstorms with the potential of tornadic activity or the remnants of a coastal storm such as a hurricane that could cause heavy wind damage and flooding you need to be able to assess the situation and act accordingly. 

How Being Self-Employed Changes Your Approach To Securing a Loan

pen and a pair of glasses on top of a tax returnWhen you are trying to qualify for a mortgage and you are self-employed there may be some hurdles that you may have to deal with that other buyers do not. It is not out of the realm of possibility to be able to get a mortgage that is a good fit for you and your family; you just have to be sure to have the documents to support what your financial status has been for the past few years.