Did you know there are hundreds of national and local programs to assist first-time homebuyers? Read more about these resources, and remember your local SWBC Mortgage branch has go-to experts that can help find a program that's right for you.
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First-Time Home-Buyer Programs You Should Know About
Happy #GrandparentsDay!
Today we pause to honor those that lost their lives on 9/11. #NeverForget
Have a safe and enjoyable Labor Day. You've earned it!
Has sheltering at home turned you into an accidental hoarder? Here is a helpful list of items you may want to consider to recycle, donate, or toss. #makethemost
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Pandemic Purge! 8 Things To Declutter From Your Apocalypse Stockpile
As many of us continue to shelter in place, learn some top tips that can help keep both your body and mind in great shape. #makethemost
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10 Healthy At-Home Habits
Friends, I have a brand-new webpage that I would love for you to check out! There are some great resources on the homebuying process, along with an easier way to begin your mortgage application process. Take a look and let me know what you think!
www.DavidLLowe.net
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Human-resources professionals report that maintaining employee morale is their most difficult Covid-19 workplace issue. Learn how managers can better identify employee malaise and improve morale, especially as working at home is the only option. #makethemost
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Battling Pandemic Blues: How Managers Can Rally the Troops
Warm congratulations to our own Susan Stewart, CEO of SWBC Mortgage, who has been sworn in as the new Chair of the Mortgage Bankers Association! We're all very proud of Susan and her ongoing accomplishments as a terrific leader for our company and as a leading voice for the mortgage industry! #MBAAnnual2020
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Just a friendly #DayLightSavings reminder:
Wishing you a very scary #Halloween!
Serving America means ‘honor and duty’ to Senior Loan Officer CJ Wyatt, as SWBC Mortgage continues to salute our veteran employees and all of those who unselfishly have served our country. #veteransday
“My military service is the foundation for the person I am today,” states Lee Barroll, U.S. Army veteran, as SWBC Mortgage continues this week to honor the service and sacrifice of our nation's veterans and active duty military members. #veteransday
As we continue to deal with the pandemic, here comes the beginning of the annual cold and flu season. Read more on how to ensure your home cleaning routines are effective this winter.
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Stay Vigilant with these Home Cleaning and Disinfecting Tips
“Proud to have served in a brotherhood that few who don’t serve would understand. One flag, one land, one heart, one nation….ever more!,” states SWBC Mortgage’s Jimmy Alexander, who is still serving the military community as our assistant branch manager and senior loan officer in Temple and Killeen, Texas. Jimmy works closely with active duty and retired veterans including those who serve at Ft. Hood, the most populous U.S. military installation in the world. #veteransday
SWBC Mortgage honors one of our newest veteran employees, Blair Gonzales, who states, “Serving in the military means sacrifice for those you love, and upholding a standard of honor and integrity in all that you do.” #veteransday
If you know a veteran, make sure you take time today to thank them for their service. Happy #VeteransDay!
We are excited that our CEO, Susan Stewart, will be speaking at the 16th Annual HomeFree-USA Reaching Millions Leadership Conference on November 18. Participants will be focused on helping both businesses and nonprofits support community growth, including housing, mortgage, and real estate in 2021. Register today here – it’s FREE.https://swb.us/32N8vWy
We’re thankful for all of you! Happy #Thanksgiving!
Announcing FHFA Loan Limit INCREASES for 2021! This gives you more options in choosing your dream home. New Conforming Loan Limits for one-unit dwellings will increase to $548,250 in 2021. At SWBC Mortgage, we can offer these new loan limits immediately, so contact me today to learn more about what this could mean for you.
Best wishes from the SWBC family this holiday season! How does your family celebrate the holidays?
Have you considered selling your home? The pandemic and its impact on the economy have actually spawned a booming housing market, as existing-home prices jumped 15.5% this year, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. Home prices overall are accelerating at the fastest pace in six years.
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Homes Appreciate at Fastest Rate Since 2014
New FHA loan limits have been announced, which gives you more options when choosing your dream home. Beginning in 2021, FHA's nationwide forward mortgage limits "floor" and "ceiling" for a one-unit property are $356,362 and $822,375, respectively. Loan Limits vary by County and MSA, so contact me today for more information!
Do you miss socializing with your co-workers, neighbors, friends, and family? Learn how to stay better connected when we can't be together in person. #makethemost
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Staying Connected in Disconnected Times
The New Year is a great opportunity to revisit your financial goals. If you’re planning to purchase a new home, refinance, or simply assess your current mortgage situation, I would love to help you on your journey.
Happy #NewYear! What are some of your goals for 2021?
Join us to celebrate the life and legacy of a man who brought hope and healing to America - Martin Luther King Jr. #MLK
Attention Texas Homeowners! Filing for a homestead exemption could mean significant property tax savings for you! The deadline to file this year is April 30. CALL ME TODAY WITH ANY QUESTIONS!
SWBC Mortgage Honors Black History Month – Did You Know? The origins of Black History Month date back to 1915? And the exact month was selected for three historical reasons: February 1 is National Freedom Day, the anniversary of the approval of the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery in 1865. Plus, the month coincides with the birthdays of Frederick Douglass, a famed abolitionist, and President Abraham Lincoln, who signed the emancipation proclamation. Learn more about Carter G. Woodson, the driving force behind the establishment of this annual and important historical annual celebration. #BlackHistoryMonth
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Happy #GroundhogDay!
SWBC Mortgage is proud to honor Black History Month. Learn more about the origins of this annual remembrance, and watch for more posts that celebrate the individuals that have had a lasting impact on Black History in America. #BlackHistoryMonth
SWBC Mortgage Celebrates Black History Month—Trailblazers: As NASA prepares to return astronauts to the moon, take a moment to remember the groundbreaking work of Katherine Johnson, the African American mathematician and scientist whose life story was depicted in the film Hidden Figures. Johnson, who died last year at age 101, was one of the first black women hired by the space agency. She quickly became an invaluable "human computer" doing complex calculations for numerous missions, including the historic first moon landing in 1969 #BlackHistoryMonth
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Katherine Johnson Biography
SWBC Mortgage Honors Black History Month—By The Numbers: For over 150 years, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have graduated thousands of individuals who have impacted their communities, the nation, and the world. Learn more about America's 107 HBCUs, including stories featuring some of the most famous grads from across all walks of life. #BlackHistoryMonth
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HBCU Legends- Achievers in every field
From growing up in poverty in Mississippi, to building a global media empire, Oprah Winfrey is one of the world’s most influential—and wealthiest—women. She has also been ranked as the greatest black philanthropist in American history by Bloomberg BusinessWeek. Oprah has become a role model and inspiration to people of all walks of life. Find out more about The Oprah Winfrey Charitable Foundation, and how you can get involved in supporting her initiatives including education, food insecurity, and more. #BlackHistoryMonth
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SWBC Mortgage Celebrates Black History Month—Trailblazers—“I've missed more than 9,000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. Twenty-six times I've been trusted to take the game-winning shot...and missed. I've failed over, and repeatedly in my life. And that is why I succeed,” says Hall of Famer Michael Jordan. Considered perhaps the greatest player in NBA history, Jordan still has numerous endorsement contracts 17 years after hanging up his eponymous hightops. And as one of the nation’s wealthiest billionaires, his generous philanthropy has been as impressive as his on-court successes. #BlackHistoryMonth
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Happy #PresidentsDay!
Hope your day is filled with the sweetest treats! #ValentinesDay
SWBC Mortgage Celebrates Black History Month—The National Museum of African American Music recently opened in Nashville after 22 years of planning. The new facility includes six interactive sections, and represents 50 genres of music, including gospel, jazz, rhythm and blues, and hip-hop. Read more about this innovative new facility here. #BlackHistoryMonth
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History - National Museum of African American Music
SWBC Mortgage Honors Black History Month —Trailblazers—Philadelphia's Joseph V. Baker (1908-1993) was the first black owner of a public relations firm, and gained national prominence working with top corporations including DuPont, U.S. Steel, Chrysler, Gillette, and Procter & Gamble. He was also the first African American to earn accreditation from the PR Society of America (PRSA) while becoming a role model for minorities seeking a career path in corporate communications. #BlackHistoryMonth
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Joseph V. Baker: America's First Black PR Firm Owner
SWBC Mortgage Celebrates Black History Month–Did You Know? There have been 16 black recipients of the Nobel Prize, including four African Americans. In 1950, Ralph Bunch was the very first black individual to win the prestigious award. Bunch served an influential role in mediating world affairs, from the Middle East to the Civil Rights Movement. Read more about Bunch and the other influential black Nobel Prize winners throughout history. #BlackHistoryMonth
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Black Nobel Prize Winners
SWBC Mortgage Honors Black History Month–Trailblazers: “Life is not a spectator sport. If you’re going to spend your whole life in the grandstand just watching what goes on, in my opinion, you’re wasting your life,” said Jackie Robinson. Perhaps no other athlete had a more profound impact on sports than the all-star second basemen who broke the major league color bar. Baseball has permanently retired number 42 for all players. And, on April 15 every season, all team members—even the umpires—wear number 42, to commemorate Opening Day 1947, Robinson’s first game in the majors. #BlackHistoryMonth
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Jackie Robinson
SWBC Mortgage has placed in the top five list of 'Best Large Mortgage Companies to Work For' by National Mortgage News! For the third straight year, SWBC Mortgage has been recognized as one of the industry's leading employers and places to work. Interested in joining a leader? Learn more about SWBC Mortgage here: https://www.swbcmortgage.com/careers
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2021 Best Large Mortgage Companies to Work For
SWBC Mortgage Honors Black History Month—By The Numbers: George Washington Carver, the trailblazing black American botanist and inventor, created over 100 products derived from peanuts. Among his many discoveries were plant-based cosmetics, paints, plastics, and alternative fuels. Watch this video to learn more about his life and vast contributions to science and industry. #blackhistorymonth
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George Washington Carver | The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation
Wishing you good luck and laughter this #StPatricksDay!
Still waiting for your COVID-19 vaccine? Learn about a new website where you can register for a stand-by list to receive an excess vaccine shot before it expires.
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Looking for a COVID-19 vaccine? This website may text you when a vaccine is about to go unused
Remember to adjust those clocks for tomorrow.
The pandemic has impacted just about every aspect of our lives, especially how we think about real estate. Read more for an interesting perspective on how COVID has changed the housing market.
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How Has COVID-19 Affected Housing Priorities?
