Posted by Hazel Halliburton
May 17, 2017
For parents, there is nothing worse than the pain of watching their child being admitted to a hospital. Whether it is for a short procedure or for months of treatment, when a child becomes seriously ill and is submitted to the hospital, the whole family hurts. The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Amarillo recognizes this[…]
Posted by Barrett Power
May 17, 2017
When people think of ways to get out of debt, they usually start with a plan to pay off large sums of their credit accounts. The problem with this is the fact that most people get into debt because they don’t have the money to pay for the things they buy or for unexpected expenses[…]
Posted by Sheryl Ryan
May 16, 2017
Business Email Compromise (BEC) is a sophisticated scam that continues to grow and evolve. These attacks target people, within a business, who regularly perform wire transfer transactions. The FBI reported a significant increase in losses, in excess of $1.6 billion dollars targeting businesses of all sizes from October 2013 to December 2016 – one fifth[…]
Posted by Hazel Halliburton
Apr 19, 2017
When buying a home or land, title insurance is crucial to the owner/purchaser for protection. That’s why the Central Texas Land Titles, Inc. is ready to help those in their community when they’re ready to make the move or purchase. Located in Horseshoe Bay and Kingsland, Texas; Central Texas Land Titles, Inc. proudly serves the[…]
Posted by Tami Randolph
Apr 12, 2017
Fear not first-time financers! We’ve got you covered. Here’s everything you need to know to sound and think like a pro when purchasing your first home. First Things First – Start Working with a Lender Before purchasing or remodeling, it’s critical to establish a budget. Working with a lender from the beginning will help to[…]
Posted by FirstCapital Bank of Texas
Apr 06, 2017
More than 15.4 million Americans were victims of identity fraud last year, according to Javelin Strategy & Research. The American Bankers Association is offering eight tips to help consumers protect their information and avoid becoming a victim. “Identity fraud continues to be a major problem for consumers,” said Doug Johnson, ABA’s senior vice president of[…]
Posted by FirstCapital Bank of Texas
Apr 06, 2017
As spring cleaning season begins, the American Bankers Association is encouraging consumers to put a priority on organizing their finances. ABA has highlighted six tips for getting your financial house in order. “With the tax season ending, spring is a great time to take a close look at your budget and bank account,” said Corey[…]
Posted by Hazel Halliburton
Feb 08, 2017
When it comes to meeting local community needs, the Lubbock Boys and Girls Club is one of the first organizations that comes to mind. With three existing locations across Lubbock, one in Shallowater and one breaking ground within a few months, they have made it their mission to help improve the lives of future generations[…]
Posted by Tami Randolph
Feb 03, 2017
There are a number of ways to find the best mortgage rate; however, it may require a little work on the borrower’s behalf. Often times, the mortgage rates you see advertised are the “best-case scenarios,” and not always the rate offered to most borrowers. The best rates are typically offered to borrowers with a 740+[…]
Posted by Barrett Power
Jan 09, 2017
With a new year, everyone starts talking about New Year’s resolutions. The most common resolution, which is almost always mentioned, is getting healthy – lose weight, get fit, work out or something else to this extent. However, a great addition to these goals is to become financially fit. So while you are adding these health[…]
