Jenkins Homes was recently featured in national industry coverage on Homes.com, where Bubba Jenkins shared expert insights on how tariff announcements create pricing uncertainty for homebuilders. The article highlights the reality builders face when vendors announce potential price increases that may or may not materialize, creating challenges in providing accurate customer pricing. With industry experts predicting tariffs could add $7,500-$22,000 to new home costs, Jenkins Homes demonstrates its commitment to transparency and quality while navigating these market challenges. This national recognition reinforces Jenkins Homes' position as a thought leader in Louisiana's building community.
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Local builder Bubba Jenkins represented Louisiana's residential construction industry during the National Association of Home Builders Legislative Conference on Capitol Hill. Over two days, Jenkins met with Louisiana's House and Senate delegation in seven scheduled meetings, advocating for key industry priorities including removing energy codes from HUD oversight, expanding Job Corps workforce development programs, extending pro-business tax credits, reducing construction regulations, and prohibiting state bans on gas appliances. The meetings focused on policies that support homebuilders and make homeownership more accessible for Louisiana families.
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Key Takeaways: Poor credit doesn't just cost more monthly - it costs hundreds of thousands over time Credit affects more than just interest rates: PMI, down payments, buying power Lower credit scores mean less house for the same monthly payment Opportunity cost analysis shows credit improvement has massive ROI
More About UsKey Takeaways: Structured daily and weekly action items for maximum impact Biggest improvements come from paying down high credit card balances Error disputes filed early in the month can be resolved by month-end 30 days isn't long in credit terms, but strategic focus can yield meaningful results
More About UsKey Takeaways: Structured daily and weekly action items for maximum impact Biggest improvements come from paying down high credit card balances Error disputes filed early in the month can be resolved by month-end 30 days isn't long in credit terms, but strategic focus can yield meaningful results
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Key Takeaways: You don't need perfect credit to buy a home, but better credit saves serious money Different loan programs have different minimums and benefits Credit score affects interest rate, PMI costs, and down payment requirements Even modest score improvements (20-40 points) create meaningful savings
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This comprehensive guide reveals 7 actionable strategies to boost your credit score in 30-90 days. The article explains why credit scores matter more than ever (using a real $300,000 mortgage example showing $100,000+ in potential savings), then dives into proven tactics: paying down credit card balances below 30% utilization, disputing credit report errors, becoming an authorized user, requesting credit limit increases, using rapid rescoring services, timing payments before statement dates, and keeping old accounts open. Each strategy includes specific action steps, realistic timelines, and pro tips. The article sets proper expectations about what's achievable in different timeframes and warns against common mistakes that can sabotage progress.
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Thinking about buying a home? Your mortgage payment is just the beginning. According to recent Zillow data, homeowners pay nearly $1,200 monthly—or over $14,000 annually—in "hidden costs" associated with owning and maintaining a property. In this article we cover What You'll Learn Before Signing, Understanding Your Complete Monthly Payment, Long-Term Costs to Budget For, Creating Your Financial Safety Net and more!
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