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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

We live on the side of a small mountain in a quiet, rural town, but we’re less than 20 miles from a city of about 25,000 people and its shopping and dining opportunities. I still remember saving my change as a kid so I could “shop” for books at yard sales.) He saved about 50% on his parts, too, through diligent shopping.

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Which Type of Home Should You Buy?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

In 2012, when we were house shopping, we felt assaulted with all of the choices that there were. It has an income suite, so we live in about 1300 square feet of the house, and our tenant (my brother) lives in the basement suite. Did we want 2 bedrooms, or more? Land, or low maintenance? Which city did we want to live in?

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Be Richer Game Download for Just $.99 at Big Fish!

Nicoles Nickels

Keep your tenants happy by constructing huge shopping centers, providing maintenance, and meeting their expectations. Earn your riches in the real estate market in this exciting Time Management game. Build your company from the ground up, as you build houses, mansions, stadiums and even whole neighborhoods in Be Richer !

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5 Budget Friendly Ways to Bring More Life to Your Apartment

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

While we understand that many property owners do not allow tenants to paint with the latest trending colors, it is still possible to add some spice and texture to your home. Before you start shopping around for ideas, it is a good idea to set a realistic budget. Budget and Kid Friendly Fun. 7 Ways to Rid Stress from Your Life.

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The Top Three Ways People Get Rich

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The businesses weren’t even that extraordinary, they were auto repair shops; CPA services; or other types of goods and services that all of us need or want every day. The ability to leverage your money by getting a mortgage on a piece of income property and letting your tenants pay it off is unique in the investment world.

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Stock Market Sectors: 11 Official GICS Groups

Savings Corner

Some stocks in the sector are responsible for developing new real estate projects and then managing them by obtaining tenants for various spaces within the project property. It generally includes two different types of investments related to real estate.

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23 Passive Income Ideas To Help You Make Money In 2023

Savings Corner

What if you get a tenant who pays late or damages the property? You may suddenly have tenants who can no longer pay their rent, while you may still have a mortgage of your own to pay. You’ll collect a check for your efforts with minimal extra work, especially if you’re renting to a tenant who may be in place for a few months.

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