by Brenda Greenwell | Dec 12, 2019 | Finance, Home Improvement
Home Improvement Spending Updates for Contractors With new home trends constantly emerging, it’s no wonder that home improvement spending in the U.S. is up more than 50% since 2010. As homes become outdated, newer generations want to add their personal touch,...
by Brenda Greenwell | Dec 5, 2019 | Finance, General Topics
Disruptive Digital Banking Trends The world of banking has gone through many changes in the last decade with the advancement of technology. Consumer demands have created a world where financial information is more easily accessible. Now, gone are the days where a...
by Brenda Greenwell | Nov 21, 2019 | Finance, Home Improvement
Offering financing to your home improvement customers can sometimes feel like a daunting task. Many contractors wonder… when should I bring up financing? At the front door? After they tell me about the project? Right before I leave the house? The answer is actually...
by Brenda Greenwell | Nov 7, 2019 | Finance, General Topics
The banking industry has done pretty well in the decade since the Great Recession. Many who survived the downturn were able to bounce back stronger than ever. However, McKinsey & Company had some pretty strong warnings in its latest global banking outlook. The...
by Brenda Greenwell | Oct 29, 2019 | Finance, Home Improvement
Depending on where your customers live and what materials are being used, a roof will typically last 15-30 years. So when it’s time for a customer to get a new roof, it’s probably more out of necessity than a desire. People tend to get more excited about a new...
by Brenda Greenwell | Oct 22, 2019 | Finance, General Topics
Let’s face it. Unless you started a career in the financial industry, the education system probably didn’t prepare you very well for the real world. You know, like knowing how to file your taxes correctly or understanding the process of buying a house. That’s where...