Bills Deals Property Taxes Rent 
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JULY 6, 2014
We will probably be renting a car for our vacation this year. The sales tax, plus the ongoing higher property tax and insurance are really turning him off – and the van does fine if we drive it locally or just for a few hours to the lake. Don’t rent from an airport location. Rent by the week.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JULY 13, 2014
Closing costs : Per Realtor.com these are typically paid by the buyer, these costs can add between 2 – 7% of the purchase price to the buyers bill – but a motivated seller might grant some $$$ towards them. Deductible closing costs include points or prepaid interest on your mortgage and your share of the prorated property taxes.
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Savings Corner
DECEMBER 24, 2023
Would renting for another year or two improve your financial standing? Analyze your monthly budget to make sure you can handle mortgage payments along with your other day-to-day bills. That’s why a home inspection contingency is important — it gives you a way out of the deal if you need it. Is location the top priority?
The Frugal Girl
MARCH 4, 2024
When they got married, they bought a duplex so that the rent money from the tenant in the upstairs apartment would pay the mortgage. I can’t even imagine how many repair bills from plumbers, electricians, appliance techs, and auto mechanics he has saved us over the years. My mom cut coupons and sewed her own clothes and mine, as well.
Family Balance Sheet
JUNE 8, 2018
Many years ago, our cash flow sucked, we put Christmas on a credit card, and I wasn’t sure how I was going to pay for a large tax bill. I came up with strategies to help us pay for yearly bills, large expenses, and we were able to pay off debts. During that time, I started to budget for everything. lined paper.
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