Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

If you qualify for the best rates, a HELOC can be a less expensive way to consolidate debt or finance a home renovation. Another point of flexibility: repayment. Possible tax-deductible interest Even after the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, you can still deduct interest paid on a HELOC if you use the money for home renovations.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

At some point in your life, you will probably ask yourself that question. You’ll have to figure out where to put everything in the new place and perhaps buy other things to get everything up to snuff. At some point, we will just need to go or stay and deal with the consequences! What costs are involved if you would move?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 3, 2013

The Frugal Girl blog does a great job of discussing this point! Home decorating is another area where it may be possible to sew your own cheaper than buying. Easy deal and much cheaper than buying drapes at the time. You had to earn the money to buy the machine and other equipment needed, more time taken. Why do you sew?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 9, 2012

If you drive, you will most likely have to buy some gas in the park, but it is a safe bet that getting it elsewhere will be cheaper! If you enjoy a glass of wine in the evening or a beer in the afternoon, consider stocking your cooler instead of buying at the bar. Stock up on edibles for picnics and snacks before entering the park.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 1, 2015

I had to part with $35 to buy one of those paint masks to even be able to apply it. Rather than going out and buying the new, now suitable styles, I am trying to wear out my old office clothes – even if they aren’t perfectly suited to the task at hand. I just can’t see the point in running it partially empty.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Coming up with enough cash for a down payment to buy a house can be the single biggest roadblock for prospective home buyers. The scoring formulas take into account multiple data points for each financial product and service. The mortgage lender provides the rest of the money to buy the property. Power and Zillow.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Whether you need money to pay for an unexpected hospital bill, an emergency car repair or to finance some much-needed home renovations , knowing how to get a personal loan will help make the application process as smooth as possible. Run the numbers Before taking out a loan, decide exactly how much you need to borrow.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 26, 2013

He pointed out some of his findings to the home inspector and paid attention to what he may have missed in our initial walk through. If you live anywhere with moisture – particularly lots of rain – you want to be very careful to buy a house that is already rain screened. Rain Screen. Go Green'

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Facebook Marketplace (and local buy/sell groups) have made it much easier. However, most people love talking and asking questions about the area, which brings me to my last point. He has stayed busy for three months now and has done everything from installing ceiling fans to fixing toilets to renovating a townhome.

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