Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 21, 2015

We carried no credit card debt and we contributed to our retirement. But in August 2013, our business softened, renovations to our new building were more costly than planned, and we were now the owners of two mortgages, our home and our business. 5 Lessons Learned When Our Finances Went Awry. Yep, life was good.

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Finance Debt August 2013 100

Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Cash-out refinances are generally best for big-ticket costs: Think home renovations or major debt consolidation. Determining whether you qualify: Many cash-out refinance lenders require a credit score of at least 620 and at least 20 percent equity in your home. This can be a boon for your credit score. There are no limitations.

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Refinancing Work Debt Home Improvement 52

Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Key takeaways Home equity loans and HELOCs are both financing tools that allow you to borrow against your ownership stake in your home. HELOCs (home equity lines of credit) come with variable interest rates and fluctuating monthly payments (like credit cards). A home equity line of credit (HELOC) is also secured.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 4, 2015

The building offered so much potential, but needed a lot of work and we set out to renovate our dream office. The business softened, renovations were more costly than expected, and we were now the owners of two mortgages, our home and our business. We were excited to cross this accomplishment off our bucket list.

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Goals Debt Renovation Daughter 100