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Mortgage | November 3, 2025

How Does the Fed Rate Affect Mortgage Rates?

When the Federal Reserve makes headlines about raising or lowering “rates” homeowners and future home buyers across Wisconsin and Minnesota often wonder: What does this mean for my mortgage?

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Mortgage | September 4, 2025

How Does Owning a Home Strengthen Your Finances?

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A mortgage lender discussing pre-approval and pre-qualification options with a first-time homebuyer.

Mortgage | August 8, 2025

Pre-Approval vs. Pre-Qualification Letters

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Mortgage | February 10, 2025

Is It a Good Idea to Buy a House in the Winter?

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Mortgage | July 25, 2023

5 Tax Advantages for Homeowners

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5 Benefits of Buying Now vs. Renting

Mortgage | July 13, 2023

5 Benefits of Buying Now vs. Renting

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Mortgage | August 9, 2022

5 Unexpected Costs when Buying a Home

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Mortgage | January 5, 2022

Prepare Yourself as a First-Time Homebuyer

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Mortgage | June 29, 2021

5 Tips if You Are Buying a House Contingent on Selling Yours

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Security Tip Articles

  • Team members discussing online safety and small business cybersecurity awareness at work.

    Security Tips | October 15, 2025

    Small Business Cybersecurity: How to Build Awareness and Protect Your Team

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  • Person picking up unsolicited package on doorstep that may be brushing fraud.

    Security Tips | October 10, 2025

    Local Banks Warn Community of Brushing Fraud Scam

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  • Worried small business owner on the phone while checking a laptop, concerned about a possible impersonation scam or fraud attempt.

    Security Tips | August 28, 2025

    How to Protect Your Small Business from Impersonation Scams

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  • Login screen with username and password fields for online account security.

    Security Tips | May 2, 2025

    How to Create a Strong Username and Password for Better Online Security

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