There is a long history of celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in the United States. Despite the long tradition, there are some misconceptions and lesser known St Patrick’s Day Facts.  The first celebration occurred in Boston, Massachusetts in 1737.  According to the 2015 census, 32.7 million U.S. residents claim Irish ancestry which is approximately 7 […]

  What is a mortgage pre-approval?   In a nutshell, a mortgage pre-approval is written assurance from a lender or broker that you’re able to borrow money to purchase a home up to a certain amount. It’s based on the income, employment and asset documentation you supply at the time of application, in conjunction with […]

  Mrs. Cavanaugh’s Chocolate Factory tour is a fun way to see how the candies in your favorite box of chocolates are made.  The tour is child friendly, with steps near windows to enable young chocolate enthusiasts to have a close up view of the process.     Throughout the factory, there are several Curious […]

  Deciding whether you’re ready to purchase your first home is perhaps one of your life’s major decisions. Buying is a huge (not to mention expensive) commitment and isn’t a decision you should take lightly. Before you make the leap to homeownership, it’s imperative you know where you stand, what you want, and what’s realistic […]