Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 26, 2011
Real estate is a great investment, because as Teddy Roosovelt once said “you should buy land; they’ve stopped making it.” But like any good investor, you need to realize a few important points before jumping into the often confusing real estate market. Real estate is a highly localized investment.
Savings Corner
DECEMBER 24, 2023
This year may go down in real estate history as the year of correction. Whatever the economic state of the real estate market, buying a house can be an exciting and emotional process. Your bank or credit card company might offer free access to your score or credit report, too. Is location the top priority?
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
FEBRUARY 3, 2013
Hmmmm, in 2008 one of the biggest fears was that credit markets would dry up causing massive restrictions in banks lending to one another and therefore massive refusals to lend money to us. If this particular part of the crisis had not been averted, bank and business failures would have been even more prolific.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
NOVEMBER 4, 2016
His idea was to buy some land, a bit outside his own area and develop it into an estate type community – homes with acreage. This man works for a family firm that deals in real estate and has some connections to people who have done development, but has no experience himself. Real estate investors.
Savings Corner
APRIL 4, 2024
Different loans serve different purposes, so researching loan options is a good starting point. Brick-and-mortar banks tend to work with businesses that have a strong financial profile. Lenders may set requirements for: Time in business Traditional banks may require one to two years of business under your belt to qualify.
Penny Pinchin' Mom
JANUARY 16, 2024
I had issues with my finances (I almost went bankrupt at some point) until I decided to educate myself. Things like your savings account, your retirement fund, your house, investments accounts, real estate…these are all assets. I’m not talking about becoming a CPA or a Wall Street guru.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MAY 26, 2016
Both are now old enough to open a bank savings account. I would go into the bank with my stubby little hands clutching my months worth of allowance (total of $1), deposit it and see the results right off printed in my book. Those of us who have been around awhile remember much higher rates – even up to 14% on CDs at one point.
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