May 30, 2023 Home Renovations that Spark Joy By United Community Mortgage Services Pulling the trigger on a big house project is a tough decision—it can be expensive, not to mention inconvenient. But the results of a new study show most of those projects do pay off, both in resale value and homeowner joy.
May 17, 2023 5 Ways to Prepare for a Baby Financially By If you’re growing your family, congratulations are in order. You’re embarking on an exciting adventure. Taking some time to plan for the financial realities can go a long way toward putting your money where it will matter most in this new stage of life.
May 15, 2023 Debt Paydown: What’s the Plan? By The amount of credit card debt consumers owe rose 13% this year, according to The Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Auto loans and mortgages also trended up. Even still, many have found ways to pay down their debt while making ends meet. Use these tips and tools to create your own debt paydown plan.
May 02, 2023 Maximizing Your FDIC Insurance Coverage By You may be wondering, especially with recent headlines, if your money is covered—and what would really happen if your bank were to fail. As a customer of United Community Bank, no matter what happens, your deposits are covered by the FDIC up to the maximum allowed by law.
April 27, 2023 Talking to Kids about Money By How soon is too soon to talk to your kids or grandkids about money? If they’re old enough to ask for a toy or a bike, they’re old enough to start learning financial lessons that will last a lifetime.
April 24, 2023 Moving? Top 8 Expenses to Keep in Mind By United Community Mortgage Services Whether you’re moving across the street or across the country, there’s so much to consider. The process involves so many steps, including one that’s often overlooked: budgeting for moving expenses that can really add up.