Susan Brennan Cousart

04/27/2021

Set it and forget it!

Saving for a home, retirement, a vacation or anything else can be difficult. The median retirement s...

04/20/2021

No. 4 Points drop in value!

Credit card rewards can be a free way to travel and get cash back for your daily expenses. But if yo...

04/13/2021

Your household items could be more valuable than you think. Here are some tips for repurposing to save.

For many of us, mom’s ‘use-it-up, make-it-last, wear-it-out’ mantra was our introduction to th...

04/06/2021

They say diamonds are forever, but household stone trends don't stick around for long. Read on to find out what will be replacing granite in your kitchen!

According to the National Kitchen and Bath Association, granite countertops are in less demand today...

03/30/2021

How smart is your home? Here are six tools that will take your house to the next level.

Technology seems to mutate with the speed of light, but is your home keeping up with the changes? Sm...

03/29/2021

Bucks County launches new Rental Assistance Program
Bucks County unveiled the Bucks Emergency Rental Assistance program (BERA), which will use $37 million in federal funds to help both renters and landlords who are facing financial difficulties due to income losses during the pandemic. The money can be used to pay rent and utility bills. Bucks tenants who have lost income or experienced other financial hardship as a result of COVID-19 are encouraged to apply for rent/utility assistance on the BERA webpage. Renters can apply for assistance in paying rental arrears and upcoming rent. Landlords are also encouraged to apply by submitting tenant information, a valid W-9, and ledgers outlining arrears owed. However, a landlord application cannot be completed without tenant’s participation in establishing tenant eligibility. Landlords will be contacted to confirm approved payment amounts prior to payment being issued. Click here (PDF) for a printable flyer. BERA is a partnership between Bucks County and its Housing Link partners, including the Bucks County Opportunity Council, Bucks County Housing Group, the YWCA of Bucks County, and Legal Aid of Southeastern PA.
Source: Bucks County press release; 3/17/2021

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03/26/2021

With the real estate market experiencing surging prices, many consumers are wondering if we headed for another housing market crash? Let's take a closer look.

With the real estate market experiencing surging prices, scant inventories and a backlog of new home...

03/23/2021

Feeling stressed or unproductive? Try out these mantras to boost your mood.

Some days, keeping a smile on your face can be a struggle. Whether you’re dealing with a stressful...

03/16/2021

Check out these 5 financial planning tips.

As a young parent, you may just be learning about all the responsibilities parenthood requires. When...

03/10/2021

The steps you're taking to improve your credit score may be doing more harm than good. Find out exactly what the rating agencies look for.

Improving your credit score can take a few months. So if you’re looking to get an auto or home loa...

03/09/2021

Do you plan to repaint? Don't forget about gray as a color choice.

When it comes to painting your space, there are myriad options: bright and sunny yellow, the classic...

03/02/2021

Banks vary in the fees that they charge. Your best protection against hidden fees is to find out which ones your financial institutions enforce.

Fees can eat away at your money if you don’t keep on top of your banks enforced regulations. U.S. ...