Juston Hargrove, MLO

Always a great time at Good Day Austin! This morning, I got to break down the “Chase Bank ATM Glitch” that went viral last weekend. Super grateful for the opportunity.

🌞 Summer's wrapping up and fall is on the horizon! 🍂 Let's reminisce about our favorite summer vacations! I'll start—last summer, I had an unforgettable trip to Cozumel, Mexico. What's your top summer vacation spot? Drop your favorites below! 🌴✈️

If you are in the Temple/Belton area, please join me for a Lunch & Learn event hosted by Amplify Credit Union. The event will feature expert advice and insights on how to leverage your home equity for various purposes and achieve your homeownership goals. You'll also have the opportunity to ask questions and network with other attendees.

Whether you want to consolidate debt, make home improvements, invest in your future, or simply lower your monthly payments, home equity loans and lines of credit can help you achieve your financial objectives. During this event, you will learn how to unlock the potential of your home equity and explore the different options available to you.

This is a free event and food and drinks will be provided, but space is limited. Please RSVP using the link below by 09/13/24 to reserve your spot.
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The homebuying process can be intimidating and the mortgage loan landscape can be complex. I am here to help guide you on which mortgage loan program will be the best for your specific financial situation, and I’ll be there every step from the start to the close of your new home.

Say goodbye to confusion and frustration and let me make your home financing journey as stress-free as possible. Shoot me a message if I can assist with your lending needs or if you have any questions.

Had a great time representing Amplify Credit Union at the Manor and Salado ISD Back-to-School events this past week. Hope all the teachers and staff have an amazing school year! We appreciate all that you do!

Our very own Chief Experience Officer, Stacy Armijo, has the opportunity to be on a panel at SXSW 2025 to share insights on How To Fix The Financial Service Sector's Age Problem, but she can't do it without your help. Please click the SXSW 2025 PanelPicker link below and cast your vote for Stacy to be on the panel. It's an extremely important conversation, and I, for one, would definitely like to hear her valuable insights on the topic.

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Big thanks to Jarrell ISD for giving us the platform to discuss the Fee-Free Banking and Mortgage Loan benefits that Amplify Credit Union has to offer. We truly appreciated your hospitality and enjoyed connecting with everyone after the presentation. Shoutout to the teachers and staff for your hard work and dedication! Wishing you all the best for the upcoming school year! 📚✨

I had the opportunity to be interviewed by KXXV-TV Good Morning Texas (ABC-Waco) to share the best practices for managing credit cards. The segment was focused on college students, but the tips are relevant for everyone. I'm grateful to the team at KXXV-TV for the wonderful experience. You can watch the news coverage from this morning through the following link below:
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College students & credit cards: Local financial expert shares tips, info 25 News' Heather Healy spoke with a student and a coffee shop manger on the topic of credit cards, and a local a financial expert weighed in on how to shop for one.

Just wanted to share the Good Day Austin news segment I did earlier this week for those who requested to see it.

One of our community lenders, Juston Hargrove, had the opportunity to share his financial expertise on FOX 7 Austin this week.

We love it when our team can share their knowledge with our community!

Check out the full interview here: https://www.fox7austin.com/video/1489125

Had the awesome opportunity to sit at the desk of Good Day Austin this morning and discuss financial literacy for a segment. Everyone there was amazing and welcoming. A truly great experience!

Looking forward to presenting at the Austin Young Chamber Lead Series next week. We'll be discussing effective strategies for managing debt, building an emergency fund, and insights into various banking options. Hope to see you all there!

Date: Tues, July 23
Time: 12PM - 1PM
Location: Amplify Credit Union | 2800 Esperanza Crossing Bldg 2 Austin, TX 78758
RSVP here: https://shorturl.at/sz67R

The recently published midyear numbers by the Austin Board of Realtors carry significant insights. Our CEO, Kendall Garrison, provided valuable perspectives on the implications of these figures.

Perspectives: Kendall Garrison on Austin’s Mid-Year Housing Data | Amplify We hear from Kendall Garrison, CEO on the year-to-date housing data for the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos MSA.

Congratulations to my clients on the purchase of their new home! It was a pleasure working with you both throughout the process of securing financing for your dream home. I have no doubt that your home will be filled with happiness, cherished memories, and all the comforts you deserve. Here’s to new beginnings and a bright future ahead!

Many thanks to The Greater Austin Black Chamber of Commerce for having me as a speaker at their business luncheon on Wednesday. We had important conversations about building wealth through homeownership and Amplify Credit Union's fee-free initiatives. It’s always a pleasure to be in such great company.

I'm excited to announce that I will be a guest speaker at The Greater Austin Black Chamber of Commerce luncheon next week. Event details and QR code for registration are below.

I will be discussing the benefits of homeownership, the initiatives that Amplify Credit Union is undertaking to make homeownership more affordable, and our new commercial account features.

There will be good food, and it will be an awesome opportunity to network with industry leaders, innovators, and business owners within the community. Registration ends on Monday. I hope to see everyone there!

“(Juneteenth) is an opportunity to both look back and to look ahead to make sure that that notion of freedom and the fragility of it is always protected and celebrated"- Lonnie Bunch

Had a great time at the Austin Homebuyer Fair over the weekend. It was an awesome opportunity to interact with potential homebuyers and connect with others who share our initiative of finding affordable solutions to homeownership. Many thanks to BCL of Texas and Austin Independent School District for having us!

Amplify Credit Union offers Purchase Money Seconds! This loan product helps buyers secure homes with a lower down payment and waives the requirement for private mortgage insurance.

This can help you save on your monthly mortgage payment. If you need additional funds to purchase your dream home this summer or have any questions about how a Purchase Money Second could benefit you, feel free to send me a direct message.

"The brave may fall, but never yield"

Yesterday morning, I had the privilege of attending the Central Texas Affordability Summit hosted by Amplify Credit Union. We had the opportunity to hear from leaders in the field about their efforts to find solutions to the affordable housing issue in central Texas.

Later that evening, Alexander Rodriguez and I spoke at the NEW PHILANTHROPISTS Take The Lead Mixer about the initiatives that Amplify CU is undertaking to make homeownership more affordable.

Please feel free to shoot me a direct message if you would like information about our solutions for affordable homeownership. I would love to assist you in making your homeownership dreams come true this summer.

Ran into one of my African American Leadership Institute alumni Rhori Edwards while volunteering with the Homes With Hall Foundation last Friday at Austin Achieve. Love seeing all my fellow cohorts doing big things.

I specialize in finding the mortgage loan program that best suits your specific needs. Your dream of homeownership is within reach. Get pre-approved with me, and let's work together to make your dream home a reality this summer.

I had the pleasure of being a part of the Central Texas Housing Innovation Summit this past weekend. I got to learn from city professionals and real estate industry leaders on what is currently being done, and what can be done in the future, to make housing more accessible and sustainable for all. I also got to moderate an awesome panel on Innovative Technologies. Big thanks to the Professional Black Alliance for the amazing hospitality

It was great witnessing some of Austin’s finest receive recognition for their impactful work at the Philanthropy Day Awards ceremony at the Paramount Theatre yesterday. Had a great time fellowshipping with some familiar faces.

Congrats to all the award recipients! It is certainly well deserved.

As Financial Literacy Month (April) comes to a close, I wanted to share a review I received from an administrator at Success High School. This is an alternative high school which I’ve had the pleasure of teaching financial literacy for the entire school year.

I couldn’t be prouder of how far the students have come and I’m excited to see what the future has in store for them as they venture into adulthood. I’m grateful to have had the opportunity to play a small role in their development.

In this "Money Minute" series, I explain the difference between Conventional and FHA loans. Feel free to message me with any questions about these programs or others, and I will be happy to assist.

Money Minute: Conventional Loans VS FHA Loans If you’re researching your mortgage options, you may see a lot of people on YouTube talking about the importance of FHA loans. But what exactly is the differ...

Did you know that more than 50% of aspiring homeowners feel that they can't afford the down payment and closing costs associated with buying a home? If you're in the same boat, don't worry - you're not alone!
However, with our down payment assistance program, you might be closer to achieving your dream of owning a home than you think. Let's discuss the options available to you. Shoot me a direct message and let's get started!

I recently had the pleasure of speaking at the Primrose Dream Summit held at Life Austin Mueller Church. During the summit, we discussed credit improvement and how to utilize the equity in your home to consolidate debt.

If you or someone you know is interested in using the equity in your home for debt consolidation or any other purpose, please feel free to reach out me. I would be more than happy to provide you with further information and guidance.

I wanted to give a big thanks to Joy Diaz of AISD for featuring me in the Austin ISD Newsletter last week. We had a great conversation about my mission of spreading financial literacy and increasing homeownership in underserved communities.
I also got to acknowledge some of the teachers I had as a student in AISD who played a significant role in shaping me into the person I am today. I really appreciated the opportunity to give them their flowers.


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Are you looking to buy a home in the Temple, TX area or want to know how to maximize your home's equity to achieve your financial goals?

Join me for my Introduction To Homeownership course at the Temple Public Library (100 W. Adams Ave Temple, TX 76501) on March 21st, 2024, from 6pm to 7pm. You'll learn everything you need to know about the home-buying process and how to make the most out of your home's equity to accomplish your financial goals.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to take control of your financial future. Hope to see you there!