"Florida law requires insurance companies to offer homeowners discounts or credits for existing building features or home improvements that reduce damage and loss from hurricanes.  Florida insurance companies are required to file these discounts with the Office of Insurance Regulation.  With the outrageous cost of homeowners insurance, you can save your clients money by recommending a wind mitigation inspection. Homes built after 2001 should receive a discounted rate on their insurance wind premium automatically. If you have any questions about anything home related call anytime. I'm here to help. 03/12/2007

With a fixed-rate mortgage, the interest rate stays the same during the life of the loan. With an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM), the interest changes periodically, typically in relation to an index. While the monthly payments that you make with a fixed-rate mortgage are relatively stable, payments on an ARM loan will likely change. There are advantages and disadvantages to each type of mortgage, and the best way to select a loan product is by talking to us. 01/02/2007

Generally speaking, you can purchase a home with a value of two or three times your annual household income. However, the amount that you can borrow will also depend upon your employment history, credit history, current savings and debts, and the amount of down payment you are willing to make. You may also be able to take advantage of special loan programs for first time buyers to purchase a home with a higher value. Give us a call, and we can help you determine exactly how much you can afford.Phillip LanierAccess e*Mortgage, Shore Point Financial GroupOffice:  (321) 956-0884Toll Free:  (866) 663-6898 01/02/2007

Think bankers have better prices and more mortgage programs? Think again!Mortgage Brokers make 65% all home loans closed each year. Have you ever wondered why your neighbors selected a Mortgage Broker as their mortgage provider? Because . . .Customer satisfaction is the key to a Mortgage Brokers livelihood and serving you is a Mortgage Brokers most important concern. He/She will treat you like a person, not a loan number. Your Mortgage Broker doesnt work bankers hours. They are available 24/7, not just 9 to 5 Monday through Friday!Your Mortgage Broker is your consultant, working with you as you determine your borrowing needs. With 100s of resources a broker can almost always match your borrowing needs with a program to suit those needs whereas most banks establish their own limited crit... 01/02/2007

Money Money Money! Current mood: accomplished Bringing wealth and management to Brevard County, as I have been asked to do larger work at the Women's Center.  I am proud to be a volunteer at the center for about 6 months. Today, I was asked if the center could advertise Higher Ground Financial Services as the Financial Advisor/Budget Workshop Moderator to the community. I will be continuing seminars once a month through the center. These seminars are free and held on the property at this time.  The Florida Today will run regular advertisment for the Women's Center.  I want to take this opportunity to invite you to the monthly meetings.  I will be adding additional workshops for seasoned clients, and one evening a month to accomodate the weekend warriors.  If  you would like to sign up p... 12/30/2006