Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Instead, they use a mortgage, which is a loan to buy a home. Each payment includes a combination of principal and interest, as well as property taxes, and, if needed, mortgage insurance. Homeowners insurance may be included, or the homeowner may pay the insurer directly.) How you’re using the home.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

The money you tap from your home’s equity can be used to consolidate higher-interest debt or to improve your home. Here are a few common reasons why homeowners decide to refinance a mortgage: To lock in a lower interest rate and lower their monthly payments. Ideally, you’ll also get a lower rate in the process.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Buying a home means you also need to buy something else: homeowners insurance. And while it may not be your biggest expense, how much you pay for insurance will affect your home ownership costs. The national average cost of home insurance is $1,820 a year, according to NerdWallet’s most recent rate analysis.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

We’re transparent about how we are able to bring quality content, competitive rates, and useful tools to you by explaining how we make money. Homeowner Caret Down If you own a home — even if you don’t insure it with Progressive — you might be able to save money on your auto insurance premium.

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For the Mommas

JULY 10, 2016

Couponing is a great start (you do use coupons, right?) If you have a bank account that enables you to track your transactions, now would be a good time to get that out in front of you so this figure is as accurate as possible. Welcome to the first article in our new budgeting series. 6 Steps to Creating a Budget You Can Stick To.

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