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Cowen's Corner-Mortgage Market Update: What Do Turtles & Rates Have in Common?

Jun 30, 2025

So much I could lead with this week. Opal rolled in more crap, and this time it was on my watch. Wilson found more than 10 turtles on our hike in the woods yesterday. Young Cowen had his first action of the summer last night, but the highlight was that more than 10 players and coaches got tossed from the game. It was more like a hockey game than a baseball game.Full Story

Letting Go with Purpose - A Guide to Meaningful Decluttering

Jun 25, 2025

Letting go is never easy, especially when it involves the belongings of someone you love. Whether you are downsizing to simplify your life, helping your aging parents prepare for the future, or settling a family member's estate, the process of deciding what to keep and leave behind can feel overwhelming.​Full Story

Cowen's Corner-Mortgage Market Update: Non-QM Loans, Fed Uncertainty, and a Stinky Situation

Jun 23, 2025

As I sat down this morning, I was excited to finally get back into a routine. The dust has settled with the kids, and one is back at the house. Then Cin and the dogs returned from a hike in the woods. She wanted to get them out early before the heat kicked in.Full Story

Cowen's Corner-Mortgage Market Update: How Can Young Buyers Afford Today's Homes?

Jun 16, 2025

This week was surprisingly dull at the house. Madison was dog sitting for a horse / barn friend, so she wasn’t around much. The boy is on a fishing heater after his workouts, so it was kind of quiet and nice. Was dangerously close to the empty nesting feel. Not going to lie, we like it. I know nobody is watching ( except me ) but I do want to point out that the Stanley Cup finals between Florida and Edmonton is must watch TV. Four of the best hockey players in the world are in this series.Full Story

Preventing Elder Abuse

Jun 13, 2025

There is a startling rise in elder abuse, also known as older person abuse, in the United States. The rise is not only attributable to the escalation of the Baby Boom generation entering retirement, it's also proportionally on the rise.Full Story