Reflecting on the Tokyo 2020 Games: 5 Lessons Learned from Our Olympic Heroes

The 2020 Olympic Games finally made their long-awaited debut on July 23, 2021. For two weeks, the world came together to witness and celebrate the best athletes in the world. Medals were won, world records were broken, and dreams come true for many. Our American Olympic heroes, men, and women across all sports and disciplines […]

Planning the Perfect Family Summer Road Trip with Wilkes Mortgage Group

Ah summer, the three months of the year we look forward to the most. With the world slowly opening back up, everyone is itching for travel and a well-deserved vacation. After over a year in lockdown, more people than ever are hitting the road this summer for a good old-fashioned American road trip, our team […]

Putting Heroes in Homes: Getting a Loan as a Veteran

Giving back to our community, especially our veterans, has always been a priority here at Wilkes Mortgage Group. Whether you are an active U.S. military or a veteran, we are here to ensure that you experience a positive home purchase process and are set up for success as a homeowner. Veterans get exclusive access to […]

Pride Day

As Pride Month comes to a close and we celebrate Pride Day today, I am continuing to reflect on the incredible impact individuals of the LGBTQ community have had on our world. This list represents a fraction of the individuals who have fought to make our world a better, more inclusive place. From 1200’s to […]

Ten Lessons from Ten Year of Entrepreneurship: The Do’s and Don’ts of Starting and Running a Successful Business

The entrepreneurial lifestyle may look glamorous and exciting from the outside. Working for yourself, having a creative outlet, having more control over your income and time all seem like great perks. However, the road to success as an entrepreneur is a long and bumpy one. You’ll encounter many obstacles along the way and discipline is […]