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Ways to Build Credit Without Relying Solely on Credit Cards

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Also, consumers with the best scores hold a variety of credit accounts – for example, a mortgage, an auto loan and a credit card. None of these services depend on landlord participation. Bank accounts don’t factor into your credit score, but the relationship you have with your bank might lead to financing opportunities.

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Selling Your Investment Property?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Not everyone is cut out to be a landlord or landlady. Here are some examples. If, for example, you were to sell your vacation rental condo for $200,000 and contracted with your agent to pay her 5%, you would owe her $10,000 – reducing your proceeds to $190,000. Real Estate agent commission : Negotiable!

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Yakezie Carnival November 13, 2011- November Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Now without further adieu, I present you with the dozens of great reads written by Yakezie members and challengers alike this past week in our efforts to bring you timely insight on personal finance and lifestyle today. He discusses income beneficiaries, remainder beneficiaries and provides and example of the use of a dynasty trust.

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50 Best Small-Business Ideas – NerdWallet

Savings Corner

Your less math-friendly entrepreneurs could use your help in keeping their personal and business finances in order. Just like some of these other B2B examples, small businesses often hire outside PR agencies to assist with their public image and presence — including business marketing, events, press releases, outreach and more.