Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

It seemed reasonable to devote a greater portion to real estate, in order to further diversify our portfolio. We planned our purchase in the heady days just prior to the recession of 2008/2009. Gather the family. Our family has gathered multiple times across the years to enjoy the condo and the area.

Vacation 124

Vacation Rent Taxes 2007 124

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 11, 2011

Then the Great Recession hit so I postponed for a few years. Our alternate income streams include an inherited IRA, real estate rental income and dividends/interest from investments. In 2010, my company was just preparing to do their first round of recession related layoffs. Remember to include taxes as an expense.

Real Estate 207

Real Estate Money Recession Work 207

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 11, 2015

I wanted a place for our family to gather – adult children and grandchildren along with us. I also wanted a bit more diversification in our portfolio and figured an additional piece of real estate could help that. Family members may not use it as much as anticipated. Extended family members expect free days.

Vacation 100

Vacation Rent Taxes Grandchildren 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2011

Personal Finance Whiz: Keynesian vs Hayekian Economics – The Solution To Our Recession? Never chase an asset price whether it be real estate, stocks, gold, or anything else. My University Money: Why Is Leverage Only Ok In Real Estate? Smart Family Finance: Is Your Budget Easy to Beat?

November 188

November 2011 Personal Finance Finance 188

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

To learn to live within your means is one of our primary family money values. Although we think of the Great Recession starting in early 2009, it wasn’t until 2013 that the 5 year CD interest rate fell below 1% – and has stayed there ever since according to Bank Rates interest survey data.

Money 124

Money Saving Money Lowes Grandchildren 124