Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 27, 2014

Although my spouse and I have done well financially, there are things I wish I had done differently! Ten years after I earned that BA, I was back in community college earning credits to become a computer programmer – a field I did research beforehand and one which provided ample returns on my time and money investment.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

As an adult, it’s important to me to continue to be generous, as well as, provide financial security for myself and my family. After I became a mother, finances became much more complicated. Visiting family in Florida, we enjoy no-cost activities like visiting their beautiful beaches! Childhood joy.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

We analyzed five broad categories across all 50 states: affordability, overall well-being, the cost and quality of healthcare, weather and crime. according to the Council for Community and Economic Research , which is an advantage for retirees on a fixed income. Iowa lands near the middle of the pack tax-wise.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

When you finance the purchase of a home, for example, they include the cost of the home appraisal and home title searches that lenders require. The next section shows a breakdown of typical closing costs, including fees for the home appraisal, title insurance and loan origination, as well as property taxes and home insurance premiums.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Check your credit score Your credit score will help you determine your financing options; lenders use it (among other factors) to set the terms and rates of your loan. Get started: Research the requirements for the loan you want so you know exactly how much you’ll need to save for a down payment.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Whether you need money to pay for an unexpected hospital bill, an emergency car repair or to finance some much-needed home renovations , knowing how to get a personal loan will help make the application process as smooth as possible. Run the numbers Before taking out a loan, decide exactly how much you need to borrow.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 22, 2020

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. Our business was doing very well, and we were excited about the opportunity to own a property outside of our home. Everything looked great on paper. What could possibly go wrong?

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