October 2023

Winter home checklist: 10 ways to winterize your home and save money

(BPT) – The freezing temperatures, ice and snow that come with the winter season will be here before you know it. Instead of waiting until a house emergency arises during the cold winter, take time in the fall to start winterization projects. For most homeowners, winter means colder weather and rising energy bills, too. To

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3 pro tips to help you jumpstart your career in the skilled trades

(BPT) – For recent high school grads, anyone transitioning from military service or those seeking a new career path, exploring job possibilities in the skilled trades can be eye-opening. The skilled trades present a variety of career pathways in the construction and home improvement industries including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, roofing, painting and much more.

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3 ways little-known ‘Banks for Banks’ lower mortgage costs and help borrowers achieve financial goals

(BPT) – A largely behind-the-scenes network of wholesale banks is making a difference for households from coast to coast. While borrowers may not know the name, the Federal Home Loan Bank System (FHLBank System) is very well known among the local lenders — whether it’s a commercial bank, credit union or savings institution — that

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