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A Common Tax Question for Homeowners

Posted on February 25, 2014 by Trevor Hammond

Tax time is upon us.  Our goal is to help you minimize taxes, and maximize savings, so here is just one of the common questions we hear homeowners asking: Question:  I refinanced my principal home last year and paid points. What … Continue reading →

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Should You Buy a New House Now or Wait?

Posted on January 23, 2014 by Trevor Hammond

This is a question we hear a lot these days as the New Year gets under way and families are looking ahead.  Watch this video to see the impact of waiting or preparing to buy now. The result might surprise … Continue reading →

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Maybe

Posted on January 21, 2014 by Trevor Hammond

Maybe…a Short Story Once upon the time there was an old farmer who had worked his crops for many years. One day his horse ran away. Upon hearing the news, his neighbors came to visit. “Such bad luck,” they said sympathetically.  “Maybe,” … Continue reading →

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Stop Digging – The First Step to More Money in 2014

Posted on January 10, 2014 by Trevor Hammond

It is a New Year, and that also means there are new opportunities to make significant progress toward your goals!  But take this to heart:  famous investment guru and billionaire Warren Buffett once said that if you find yourself in … Continue reading →

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Take the Smart Perspective When Buying a House – A BorrowSMART Strategy

Posted on January 9, 2014 by Trevor Hammond

To be sure you make the smartest decisions when buying a new house, it is important that you go into the process with the right perspective.  We call this the “House vs. Home Perspective”.  At Aspire Mortgage Group, this is … Continue reading →

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Blind Spot #3: Storing Money Efficiently

Posted on December 11, 2013 by Trevor Hammond

Because we don’t fully understand how money works, we often end up storing it in the wrong places.  As money flows into the household, families are not educated on how to prioritize where their hard-earned money should go.  Pre-pay debt … Continue reading →

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Why You Should Develop A Plan

Posted on November 19, 2013 by Trevor Hammond

Blind spots don’t only exist on the road we drive.  There are also blind spots on the road to financial independence.  And no one is immune! They’re all around, preventing us from getting where we want to go.  It is said that … Continue reading →

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Four Powerful Money Questions to Make 2014 the Best

Posted on November 14, 2013 by Trevor Hammond

With only 47 days left in 2013, it is a good idea to start thinking early about what you’d like to accomplish in the New Year to improve your money and personal finances. Here are four “power” questions to consider … Continue reading →

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Be a Great Leader

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Trevor Hammond

While not directly related to money, we thought we would take a few minutes to coach on a very important topic…leadership.  And it does relate closely to our mission of helping you enjoy more money, less stress, and more life! … Continue reading →

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Understanding Debt Management

Posted on October 23, 2013 by Trevor Hammond

As a modern consumer, you need credit. When you were growing up, you may have heard your parents or grandparents say, “If you can’t pay for it with cash, then you can’t afford to buy it.” That may have been … Continue reading →

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