Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JULY 13, 2014
Before you start spending your profits, take a breath and then sit down and think through what your net gain or loss might actually be – after taxes and all selling expenses. Real estate is subject to yearly taxes by the county. Of course, you have taxes every year you own the property as well. Capital Gains.
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.
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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
You may need to submit additional paperwork as your lender completes the process, such as bank statements, tax returns or additional proof of income, so keep your paperwork organized. Traditionally, spring is the start of the homebuying season , with many listings hitting the market and activity peaking over late spring/early summer.
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
Step 5: Get your paperwork in order Gather recent pay stubs, federal tax returns, bank/brokerage statements and anything else your mortgage lender requests. It’s not an overnight activity: The refinancing process can take between 15 and 45 days or more. Your credit score will temporarily take a hit.
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