Whether you’ve been married for 5 years or 5 months, finances have a nasty habit of causing friction between couples. In fact, money is the leading cause of relationship issues and can often lead to more serious consequences such as separation or divorce. Much like couples that take great care in improving and maintaining a […]
Britney Balderas
Mortgage Myth #1: Is 20% Down Required to Buy a Home?
What is one of the scariest parts of buying the home? Undoubtedly, the prospect of putting 20% cash down. This antiquated practice still remains a staple in real estate transactions nowadays, despite the fact that only 39% of house-hunting millennials are able to afford the recommended down payment. With this inability to pay a down […]
Budget-Friendly Lawn Care
Having the best yard on the street doesn’t have to drain your savings account. Here are some budget-friendly lawn care tips to have and maintain a great lawn. DIY Budget-Friendly Lawn Care Hiring a landscaping company can be pricey; it’s much more affordable to do as much as you can on your own. The basic […]
Actual Cost of Owning a Swimming Pool
Texas is known for having long, hot summers and the best way to cool down on a hot day is swimming. As the temperature soars in the 90s and you are scouting out the nearest swimming hole, you might start dreaming about having your own backyard pool. Let’s dive into the financial costs that come […]
Meal Prepping on a Budget
Meal Prepping on a Budget: Eat Healthy and Save Money with Smart Planning Meal prepping on a budget is more than just a health trend—it’s a powerful strategy for saving time, cutting food waste, and managing your money wisely. Whether you’re a busy professional, a student, or managing a family household, planning and preparing meals […]
Texas State Symbols
Having a large number of official state symbols is unsurprising when you consider the vast size of the state and geological and cultural differences within the boundaries of it. Texas has a rich, diverse cultural heritage and tangible representations of it and its natural resources have become official symbols for the state. State symbols began […]
How to Avoid Buying a Flooded Car
While there are fewer visual reminders of last year’s hurricane season, one industry that continues to be impacted is the auto industry. Hundreds of thousands of new and used cars were flooded in Texas, Louisiana, and Florida during Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. Some of the flooded vehicles are still showing up for sale in markets […]
Eastex CU Scholarships
Spring semester is here already, and before you know it Summer will be over and then…COLLEGE. We know you’ve waited for what seems like forever to get to college, and all your hard work has finally paid off. Have you decided where you are going, or still trying to decide between a few prospects? In […]
Go Green With Eastex This Saint Patrick’s Day
For Saint Patrick’s Day this year, in addition to wearing green to avoid being pinched, consider going green as well. We’re not suggesting that you paint yourself green, we’re simply giving you some ideas of easy things you can do to be more environmentally-friendly. Go green with Eastex with these helpful everyday tips! Support your […]