The Frugal Girl
FEBRUARY 18, 2024
Visiting family in Florida, we enjoy no-cost activities like visiting their beautiful beaches! 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. Childhood joy. Visiting St.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JULY 13, 2014
They might include things such as fees charged for obtaining a mortgage; cost of home inspections; homeowner’s insurance; title insurance and settlement fees; property taxes or transfer taxes. Deductible closing costs include points or prepaid interest on your mortgage and your share of the prorated property taxes.
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Family Balance Sheet
APRIL 11, 2020
I’ve shared before that April is the most expensive month of the year for us because our homeowners/auto insurance and property taxes are all due, along with any federal or state taxes that we might owe. Fortunately, we won’t be driving much. More family time!
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
SEPTEMBER 15, 2016
These will include things such as insurance, property taxes, gasoline (to get to the lake and to boat on the lake), maintenance, boat slip fees and storage fees in off season. One boat owner estimated that you should expect to pay 3 times what you think you will to include these ‘hidden’ costs.
Savings Corner
DECEMBER 24, 2023
Traditionally, spring is the start of the homebuying season , with many listings hitting the market and activity peaking over late spring/early summer. Make sure you’re given all house keys, entry codes and garage door openers before leaving the closing. Other things to consider Is it the right time to buy?
The Frugal Girl
MARCH 4, 2024
We all love outdoor activities, but we don’t all enjoy the same ones. Since we love being outdoors, we made a conscious decision to invest in equipment that would best allow us to enjoy our outdoor activities. Alan and I, by choice, bought land in an area with low property taxes.
Savings Corner
APRIL 4, 2024
It’s not an overnight activity: The refinancing process can take between 15 and 45 days or more. Most refinances won’t affect your property taxes, but completing a remodel with a cash-out refinance can increase your home’s value — which could mean a higher tax bill. Your credit score will temporarily take a hit.
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