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Paying Your Bills – There is a Method to the Madness

For the Mommas

Paying Your Bills – There is a Method to the Madness. There is nothing worse than having to sit down with your checkbook or at your computer and pay bills, yet it is something that has to be done every month whether we like it or not. Keep all your bills on a spreadsheet or in a notebook.

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How Long Should You Keep Financial Documents

Family Balance Sheet

However, you should print any canceled checks or year-end statements that you would need for tax purposes, ie - charitable contributions, home improvements, business expenses, mortgage payments, etc. Any bills for big purchases like jewelry, appliances, computers, etc, should be kept permanently for insurance and warranty purposes.

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Being Environmentally Friendly Saves Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

In my area a smaller bin equates to a smaller land tax bill. Just a few simple changes to your daily routing can produce a significant drop in your bills. Buying a car 1 pr 2 years old can save you thousands and it still has a warranty. It can range from $50 – $300 a year depending on your area. 6.) Use the car less.

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How to Make Good Financial Decisions

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

As an extreme example, a book I just finished reading – Family Fortunes by Will and Bill Bonner – suggests that folks who want to hold onto their fortunes for 100 years should only make a major financial decision once every 5 years! Read and understand any documents and understand the conditions of the sale and post sale (warranties and etc).

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