Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Saving more money is one of the top resolutions that people make…after getting in shape and eating healthier. Years ago, there was a month where I hadn’t planned on a large property tax bill and I wasn’t sure where we were going to find the money. Are you ready for a fresh start? This is a 12-month spreadsheet.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

The steps may vary depending on whether you’re looking for debt consolidation loans , home improvement loans, medical loans or wedding loans. Personal loan qualification requirements Your credit score , income and debt are usually evaluated by personal loan lenders to see if you qualify.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

How did you get interested in saving money? At age 12, I started saving up my allowance and babysitting money to buy Christmas gifts for other children who were less fortunate. What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts? I was searching for ways to cut back on expenses and found this blog. Childhood joy.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 10, 2014

We’ll talk about cash flow, budgets, debts, and all of the nitty gritty of our finances that might not be fun to talk about, but are so important to discuss. Does your property tax bill give you anxiety? Every month, we transfer this money into a savings account that is connected to our checking account.

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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. While refinancing can save you money in the long run, it comes with upfront fees. Source link The post Refinance Calculator | Bankrate appeared first on Savings Corner.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

To refinance a mortgage, you’ll pay between 2 and 5 percent of the loan amount in closing costs, so if you’re refinancing to save money, you’ll need to calculate your break-even point. This increases your mortgage debt but gives you money that you can invest or use to fund a goal, like a home improvement project.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 4, 2015

However a few years ago, we found ourselves with too much debt and not enough cash. Within a year after settlement, we found ourselves with a lot of debt, not enough cash flow, and very little set aside for emergencies. As much as I wanted to be a property owner, the extra debt was beginning to suffocate us.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 1, 2013

The rule of thumb that states that it makes sense to spend 30% of your income each month on a housing payment doesn’t take into account the fact that you might have other debts, and that taking on more might over-leverage you. And what happens when you add in property taxes, utility, home insurance, and maintenance?

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The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

How did you get interested in saving money? I learned to save money by watching my parents. (I I still remember saving my change as a kid so I could “shop” for books at yard sales.) What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts? A third “why” is that saving money is like a game to me.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2011

If you own real estate, you have been, or someday will be, confronted with a rise in your assessed property value. This usually leads to an increase in your real estate taxes! Increases in your assessed value can sometimes be negotiated downward, saving you tax money. Related posts: The ABC’s of Debt Reduction.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Down payment costs are just the beginning — you’ll also have to account for closing costs and ongoing homeowner expenses, like property taxes and insurance, and you’ll want to budget for maintenance costs. Consider the 28% rule, which states that mortgage payments shouldn’t be more than 28% of your pre-tax monthly income.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 8, 2018

I came up with strategies to help us pay for yearly bills, large expenses, and we were able to pay off debts. You can’t cut back on your rent or mortgage payment, but you can find ways to save money on your groceries. If you’re spending too much at restaurants, read: 15 Smart Tips to Save Money When Eating Out .

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Buyers should think about things like when they intend on moving and what they want in a home — amenities, ideal location and how long it could take them to save for a down payment,” says Edwence Georges, a real estate agent with RE/MAX in Westfield, New Jersey. Get started: Define your personal and financial goals.

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