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If you’ve been waiting for mortgage rates to finally ease up, there’s good news. Last week, they dropped — and not just a little. On Friday, September 5th, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate hit its lowest point since October 2024. It was the largest single-day...
The McKinney Chamber is excited to launch McKinney Minute—a new monthly video series featuring Chamber President & CEO Lisa Hermes and Shelbie Hamilton, Editor of Community Impact. Each month, they’ll sit down to highlight key business news from Community Impact...
When you sell your home, the last thing you want is for the deal to fall apart at the last minute. Yet, according to Redfin, that’s happening more often now. The good news? It’s something you can avoid with the right strategy. In June, 15% of pending home sales were...
For parents and caregivers of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), navigating the maze of policies, terminology, and requirements that seem to keep changing can be overwhelming. These issues can create barriers to understanding and...
If you're thinking about selling your McKinney home, here's the hard truth: buyers today are pickier, and they have every reason to be. Increased inventory means more competition. Homes are sitting longer. And across the country, price cuts are becoming more...
Attending a wedding soon? Read this quick guide first. These simple wedding gift dos and don’ts will help you pick a gift they will truly appreciate. ✅ DOs Be thoughtful and personal Go beyond the price tag. Add meaning. A handwritten note, a shared memory, or a...
The McKinney Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Beth Beck as the 2025 recipient of the Buzz Kolbe Leadership McKinney Scholarship, an honor that recognizes exceptional leadership potential, community commitment, and alignment with the servant-hearted values of...
If you’ve been watching the news or scrolling through real estate headlines, you’ve probably seen some buzz about falling home prices.Worried about McKinney home prices? You're not alone. But before you let short-term trends shake your confidence, it’s important to...
Inclusion: Simple Ways We Can All Make a Difference Inclusion is more than just a buzzword. It's an intentional practice of recognizing and valuing everyone, including individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). It’s about making people feel...
Your Love, Words, and Support Matter Most Being a parent is filled with big moments, joy and happiness, and challenges. If your child has intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) or learning differences, you might wonder if you’re doing enough or how you can...
Learn about the brand new Kayak Launch at Towne Lake Park! Designed for people of all ages and abilities, this ramp allows first-timers and experienced users to get in and out of the water safely.
Before using retirement savings for a down payment, understand the risks and explore the alternatives available to you. For many would be homebuyers, coming up with enough money for a down payment is one of the biggest hurdles. And if you have spent years...
Medicare reenrollment season is coming up, and it’s one of the most important times of the year for McKinney seniors — and the family members who help support them. Even if you feel good about your current plan, reviewing your coverage each fall is essential. Plans...
Confusion has no place in a well-run business — especially when it comes to your finances. Yet so many business owners describe their relationship with their bookkeeping as exactly that: confusing, unclear, or something they simply hand off and hope for the best. At...
MCKINNEY, Texas — MindLift Alliance Counseling, Assessment & Education Services has expanded its operational scope across Texas, launching a consolidated service framework that integrates statewide telehealth counseling, court-mandated educational programs, and...
🤖 Can AI Really Shop Your Home & Auto Insurance? Why Comparing Insurance in 2026 Is About More Than Finding the Lowest Price "I don't need an insurance agent anymore. I can get quotes myself." "I'll just have AI compare my insurance options." We're hearing...
A lot of business owners are seeing something similar right now: turnover is down, resignations are quiet, and on paper, retention looks strong. But engagement doesn't always follow the same line. Fewer people are raising their hands for stretch projects. One-on-ones...
CFOs, COOs, and business owners often handle HR themselves, sometimes alongside an office manager or generalist who is still learning the role. Others already have an HR team or HR executive in place, but that team is small, stretched thin, or facing a question that...
Learn how to check prescription costs through your insurance app, including UnitedHealthcare’s RX tools, with help from Medrocs Pharmacy in McKinney.
Every small business owner wears a dozen hats — and bookkeeping is often the one that gets pushed aside first. Whether your books have simply fallen behind, or a previous bookkeeper left them in worse shape than before, the good news is this: messy books can be...
The value you have built in your home may give you more options for your next move than you realize. Do you know what your home would actually sell for in today's market? For many homeowners, the answer is based on an online estimate, a nearby sale, or a number they...
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