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.
Savings Corner
DECEMBER 27, 2023
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. Tax monitoring and research fees pay for verifying the amount and payment of property taxes.
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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.
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. While we were still renting an apartment, I researched areas with lower property taxes, scouted out my ideal neighborhoods, and waited for a smaller, less expensive house to come on the market.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MAY 26, 2011
Review your assessments and taxes for the past few years – the information will usually be on your real estate property tax bill and/or receipt. Based on what you find out about why your value rose, do some research. In any event, you will want to find comparable properties and find out how they are assessed.
Savings Corner
DECEMBER 24, 2023
Be sure to do your research: Many types of loans require a much lower minimum down payment , and there are many government programs to help cover down payment costs for qualified buyers. 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.
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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