Last week, a kayaker in Chile was swallowed whole by a humpback whale. His father witnessed the ordeal and even captured it on video. Thankfully, the whale wasn’t interested in the kayaker, and he escaped unharmed after a few scary moments. This week, read about the current trends in home builder confidence, as well as […]
Read moreFebruary 20, 2025
This week, learn all about the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and the important role it plays in protecting consumers. Fuel up! 🚀 The CFPB In response to the turmoil brought on by the Great Recession of 2008, the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act was passed in 2010, which led to the […]
Read moreFebruary 14, 2025
Feeling like you got a case of the Mondays? If the answer is “yes,” you’re not alone. Turns out, the Monday after the Big Game is one that many football fans wish was a national holiday. Whether you’re feeling sluggish from a late night or already counting down to Friday, staying busy might be your […]
Read moreFebruary 10, 2025
Philadelphia Eagles receiver A.J. Brown was filmed reading a book on the sidelines during a playoff game versus the Green Bay Packers on January 12. Now, the Eagles are headed to the Big Game and the book by Jim Murphy is a number one seller. For more information on “Inner Excellence: Train Your Mind for […]
Read moreFebruary 03, 2025
Recent data from market and analytics firm YouGov shows that America’s favorite grocery store is… 7-eleven! Check out the full ranked list here. This week, we’ll dive into jobs data, the growing prevalence of higher-rate mortgages, and a potential signal of an upcoming recession. Fuel up! 🚀 November job openings and labor turnover November was […]
Read moreJanuary 27, 2025
This week’s edition highlights two positive signs that inflation is under control, insights from the Federal Reserve and a recap of homelessness in 2024, including efforts being made to address the issue. Fuel up! 🚀 Inflation reports increase less than expected. Both the Producer Price Index (PPI) and the Consumer Price Index (CPI) came in […]
Read moreJanuary 20, 2025
Submitting incomplete loan packages may feel like a quick time-saver, but in reality, it leads to unnecessary stress and a poor client experience. As a mortgage broker, your role is to ensure a reliable and smooth process for each client. “It’s easy to hit submit and forget, only to scramble later for missing bank statements, […]
Read moreJanuary 15, 2025
2024: A 6/10 kind of year? From reconnecting with loved ones to learning new skills (and maybe even adopting a furry friend), Americans rated this year a solid “meh,” per Talker Research. But hey, personal growth was the real MVP. Compare how 2024 ranks for you and see what made it memorable for others. This […]
Read moreJanuary 06, 2025
New year, new you! As January 1 quickly approaches, millions of people around the world will be making their annual New Year’s resolutions. Whether it’s getting in shape, learning a new hobby or buying a home, the start of a new year is a great time to set goals and commit to self-improvement. Despite the […]
Read moreDecember 30, 2024
Most of us don’t think of the internet as an option, yet 8% of households are still without broadband in the average state. In Mississippi, over 13% of households do not have broadband internet! Read the full analysis from Overflow Data here. This week’s edition has inflation data, another Federal Funds rate decision and insights […]
Read moreDecember 23, 2024