Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 27, 2013

Here are seven reasons I took this step – reasons you may also find relevant. We rented our condo out for 6 years on a nightly basis – giving up the prime season dates in order to get a bit of income to offset annual operating costs. Starting then, our nightly rental management company seemed to be unable to give us any rentals.

Vacation 210

Vacation Real Estate Friends And Family Sale Painting 210

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 21, 2013

We’ve only bought 4 pieces of real estate in our lives, including two homes. What is there today may drastically change tomorrow. What you see today as a quiet family friendly zone, may actually already be on its way to becoming a commercial district. Plans For Future Development. Quiz the current owner.

Real Estate 202

Real Estate Home Buy Buying 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

If you push in one direction, the organism may pop in several different directions. The intention was to get some extra money and get the real estate taxes paid. This caused the home to be condemned as unfit for human habitation and the real estate taxes not to be paid. Examples of unintended consequences.

Real Estate 183

Real Estate Money Kids and Family Budgeting 183

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Either way, a passive income gives you extra security. While legally that’s true, in practice passive income may take other forms. You just give the work upfront.” In practice, you may do some or all of the work upfront, but passive income often involves some additional labor along the way, too.

Money 52

Money Making Real Estate Rent 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 1, 2013

If you end up in life with assets that you would like to use or from which you need to receive income, yet also want to donate to charity, there may be ways for you to do both. With the help of an estate planning lawyer and your accountant you might be able to use one of these “have your cake and eat it too” ideas.

Cake 201

Cake Taxes Giving Donation 201

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 27, 2013

It is only later that you think about other options that could have been available and which you may have chosen. Not paying your real estate taxes. Eventually he could not pay the real estate taxes and the home was put on the county’s tax lien sale auction. Giving away money you need to survive.

Real Estate 240

Real Estate Taxes Money Debt 240

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 21, 2011

For some, yes it may work out, but the odds are stacked against you. If you want to accomplish your dream you may need to eliminate some of your other not so important ones. You may only get one chance to attack your goals, so you need to be prepared to go all the way! A jack of all trades and a master of none. Life is short.

Real Estate 194

Real Estate Goals Motivation Hobby 194

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 10, 2012

Welcome to the May 11, 2012 Edition #236 of the Carnival of Financial Planning. Let me give you the full story: I have been dating Miss Blinkin for approximately 1 year and 4 months. Without giving too much information, I foresee an engagement in the coming months. Mike presents May Blog Evolution Report… + Income Stats!

Money 113

Money May 2012 Debt 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 5, 2012

Whether or not you can give it, or even should give it – you feel guilty if you do not. We all know that giving or lending money to a friend or relative can be a recipe for disaster. If I give you money now sis, you will never learn to stand on your own two feet – then what will you do when I am gone?

Money 264

Money Sister Giving Brother 264

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 31, 2012

You may have retirement benefits coming in, but if you’ve been learning to invest or paying someone to invest on your behalf, you should have funds coming from a personal retirement account. They give you the ability to manage your cash flows. Bonds are called fixed income securities for a reason.

Real Estate 187

Real Estate Economical Tools May 187

Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

The application process may vary depending on the lender and type of loan, and the funding time can range from a few days to 90 days or more. Lenders set their own qualifications for business loans, including time in business, personal and business credit score, annual revenue and collateral.

Bank 40

Bank Banking Credit Finance 40

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

If you have an answer to all those questions, then you may be ready to start a small business. Real estate business If property is your passion, there are several ways you can serve other businesses, or even individuals, with your real estate business. Who is your ideal client? What is your ideal work environment?

Real Estate 52

Real Estate Re-use Podcasts Work 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 9, 2013

Taking all this into account, many of us may want to look into expanding our portfolios. The steady gains throughout 2012 bode well for continued growth into this year, and with the market gaining strength, investors may be well advised to keep an eye on AEIS earning prospects. So, have you looked into solar stocks?

New Year's 188

New Year's Real Estate Wellness 2012 188

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Here are three key reasons why you may need assistance. This can be anything from starting to invest, buying real estate, saving for an emergency or retirement, or something else. If you’re a high-net-worth individual, you might need someone to give you personalized, tailored advice and make financial decisions on your behalf.

Financial Goals 40

Financial Goals Goals Real Estate Money 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 3, 2012

You may have read conflicting stories about this; some experts say keep the mortgage, while others say get it paid off as quick as you can. If you are in the speculative real estate market, your situation is different again. Do you ever think how wonderful it would be not to have a mortgage ? You’re not alone!

Refinancing 203

Refinancing Taxes Real Estate Money 203

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 3, 2012

Planning, hunting for rentals or real estate, packing, cleaning, hauling, taping, painting – all on top of your day job? The time commitment for volunteering can also be a lot less than that of a secondary job, so this may be the avenue if you are looking for something that will fit your schedule more flexibly.

Wedding 188

Wedding Real Estate Work Golf 188

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 18, 2011

However paying for an education, lets say in real estate internet marketing , is an investment because you get a financial return on what you pay. I know this will be considered by many as a horrible thing that they don’t want to give up, but just ask yourself, how many times per week do you go for fast food?

Money Saving 180

Money Saving Money Eating Out Real Estate 180

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 6, 2012

It’s modeled much like Michael Pollans Food Rules with many one-page rules that give short but useful tidbits of information. If you are in college and wondering how to put money aside, saving money may not even be a question because of the massive amounts of college debt that you are facing. Real Estate.

Money 133

Money Finance Personal Finance Real Estate 133

Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Both act as second mortgages, using your home as collateral, and may offer tax deductions if the funds are used for substantial repairs or upgrades. The average mortgage holder now has $299,000 in equity , up from $274,000 at the end of 2022, according to ICE Mortgage Technology, a real estate data analysis firm.

Home 52

Home Work Debt Credit 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 11, 2015

I also wanted a bit more diversification in our portfolio and figured an additional piece of real estate could help that. Rental management companies may not distribute rental days evenly. Family members may not use it as much as anticipated. What advice would you give? This really took a bite out of our income.

Vacation 100

Vacation Rent Taxes Grandchildren 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 23, 2012

With interest rates at all time lows, more foreclosures coming on the market and prices at decade low levels, you may be looking to buy a home or investment property. Any number of reasons may require that you interact with your city, county state or national government in regards to your property. Persistence. Dealing With People.

Saving Money 202

Saving Money Money Home Home and Garden 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 31, 2012

She stopped paying income tax on the rare occasions when she did have income and did not pay county real estate taxes. A car will allow you to keep more stuff, give you some privacy and provide a place for you to sleep if needed. Susan needs more than financial help, more help than I know how to give, but I will keep trying.

Friends And Family Sale 189

Friends And Family Sale Taxes Insurance Money 189

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

Of course, depending on what we buy, we may experience some buyers remorse. You may not be comfortable doing more risky things with your money. If you are risk averse, you may lose sleep (and health) worrying about the safety of your finances. With low interest rates, we also have (at least theoretically) low inflation rates.

Money 124

Money Saving Money Lowes Grandchildren 124

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 2, 2011

learning to give by having them donate last years clothing. After you have identified what is needed by doing an inventory of what the kids already have that can be used or re-used and by getting together with friends, relatives and neighbors, you may be ready to hit some of the retail stores to buy the clothes, electronics, shoes and things.

College 192

College Money Personal Finance Student 192

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

Part of it due to the Dodd-Frank Financial Reform Act, but I also give a lot of credit to the jingles of Freecreditreport.com. I bought shares of MSA (MSJAF on the pink sheets) … The Ultimate Juggle : Easiest Way to Make a Profit in Real Estate – Investing in real estate can be a great way to set yourself up for the future.

Credit Cards 220

Credit Cards Credit Finance Personal Finance 220

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2011

Financial Success for Young Adults: Financing a Home Modification – At some point in your life, it may be necessary to modify your home. Never chase an asset price whether it be real estate, stocks, gold, or anything else. In addition to the lucrative rewards programs, here are a few perks you may not be aware of.

November 188

November 2011 Personal Finance Finance 188