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How our Debt Freedom Plan Prepared Us for the Pandemic

Family Balance Sheet

Also to top it off, I had a huge property tax due that month for our office building that was going to be difficult to pay for in light of the circumstances. So we got to work! January & February 2020 – Life is good! March 2020 arrived. How could we turn this around? I think I cried for 2 solid days.

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The Best And Worst States To Retire In 2023, Ranked

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It’s a new adventure, and you should really take the time to do the prep work financially and personally so that you make smart decisions. Iowa lands near the middle of the pack tax-wise. 23 for property taxes and No. 22 for state and local sales tax. How does your home work for yourself today and your future self?

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How We Paid off Six Figures of Debt

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We have thought about moving to a larger home with more space, but a smaller home means lower utility bills, homeowners’ insurance premiums, maintenance, and property taxes. In 2020, we still use and are thankful for Medi-share. While our income has grown over the years, our home expenses have stayed the same.

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