Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 4, 2015

When a building in our town went into foreclosure in 2012, we considered the opportunity to own. We crunched the numbers, spoke with our accountant, and after much deliberation and negotiation, we bought the building that summer. Our business was doing well and it seemed like the right time for us to buy.

Goals 100

Goals Debt Renovation Daughter 100

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Make sure you’re given all house keys, entry codes and garage door openers before leaving the closing. On the other hand, if your savings are tight or your credit score is less than stellar, it might make more sense to take time to build those before buying. Other things to consider Is it the right time to buy?

Real Estate 52

Real Estate Buy Buying Credit 52

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 22, 2020

How we got to six figures of non-mortgage debt: In the summer of 2012, we found an opportunity to purchase an office building for our small business. We had been renting for over 10 years and we were ready to find a property to move our business to and eventually build our net worth. Everything looked great on paper.

Debt 130

Debt Health Insurance Insurance Budgeting 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

As a child and teen, I painted (inside and out), mowed and trimmed, punched holes in concrete to install decorate iron railings, worked with hand and power tools and helped my parents do everything from putting up a garage to putting up storm windows. When I go to garage sales, I see folks selling nearly new home decorations for a pittance.

Home 100

Home Washer and Dryer Do It Yourself Garage 100