The Iowa Mortgage Association is pleased to announce that several Mortgage Professionals from Northwest Bank were accepted into the IMA's 2020 President's Club and Winner's Circle. The President's Club and Winner's Circle is an ongoing recognition program to recognize outstanding mortgage loan production in Iowa.
Spooky Things to Watch Out for in a Home Inspection
Haunted houses may be a fun Halloween pastime, but living in one is an entirely different thing. No, we're not referring to the paranormal or those terrifying scenes that conjure thoughts of your favorite scary movie. We're talking about a house that's got bigger problems.
We've spent the better part of a year nestled safely within our four walls, with few opportunities to network or strike up unexpected conversations with strangers at a coffee shop. But now that things have returned to a close semblance of “normal,” it's time to shake off the dust and make sure you're ready to put your best foot forward.
Northwest Financial Corp Earns Top Workplace Award By The Des Moines Register For The Seventh Consecutive Year!
Northwest Financial Corp. has been awarded a 2021 Top Workplaces honor by the Des Moines Register. The Top Workplaces are based solely on the results of an employee feedback survey administered by Energage, LLC, a leading research firm that specializes in organizational health and workplace improvement. Several aspects of workplace culture were measured, including alignment, execution, and connection, just to name a few.
Waypoints: Can Smart Technology Add Value to Your Home?
Achieving full home automation doesn't come cheap. A few smart speakers and a smart thermostat won't set you back much, but for a fully connected home with all the bells and whistles, you could be looking at upwards of $15,000 for a typical three-bedroom, two-bathroom home. When thinking about resale value, is smart tech a smart investment?
Humboldt Student Wins 3rd Place In Money Smart Week Poster Contest
HUMBOLDT, IOWA – Kendra Long, a second grader attending Taft Elementary in Humboldt, IA has won 3rd Place in Community Bankers of Iowa's (CBI) Money Smart Week Poster Contest.
Is your home overdue for some upgrades? Are you finally ready to design your dream kitchen? You're not alone. Home remodeling activity is booming right now. Despite the economy shrinking 3.5% in 2020, home improvement spending grew by 3% last year — and it's projected to rise another 4.8% through Q1 2022.
Reviews from satisfied customers are one of the most powerful tools at your disposal. They provide feedback about your product or service that helps shape the future of your business and attract more customers. Let's explore best practices for collecting and managing your online reviews.
The COVID-19 pandemic changed nearly every facet of our lives. And as our daily routines morphed, so did what we need from our homes. Our houses became offices, classrooms, gyms, and entertainment centers. In fact, the housing market was a prime driver behind the country's economic recovery, with buyers looking for bigger homes on more land and consequently spending more money.
