Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 4, 2015

Our business was doing well and it seemed like the right time for us to buy. The building offered so much potential, but needed a lot of work and we set out to renovate our dream office. The business softened, renovations were more costly than expected, and we were now the owners of two mortgages, our home and our business.

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Goals Debt Renovation Daughter 100

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. 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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Credit Home Debt College Tuition 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 25, 2012

If you are renting, doing a big closet renovation isn’t usually possible, and they can sometimes get pretty expensive if you own a home. I try to keep my closet organized without any renovations or major changes to it. I rent and because of this, we move every couple of years anyway.

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Organic Organization Renovation Storage 186

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 22, 2013

5 Home Buying Fundamentals to Remember Which Home Renovations Really Pay Off? What To Consider When Deciding To Buy a Home Top 5 Benefits Of Home Ownership A Sweeter Way to Cook Your Budget. Despite house hunting being a very challenging process, it’s still possible to make it easier on yourself. Get Organized'

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Hunts Making Real Estate Renovation 245

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 14, 2011

I don't remember why we waited so long, but we took on a house renovation project in December and planning for that threw me for a loop. This year, my list is almost done; I'm still struggling with some hard-to-buy-for people. I am more prepared now than I was at this point last year when I waited until the last minute to shop.

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Christmas Making Catalog Renovation 127

Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 5, 2014

You can buy up to 3 years for $5.99 This magazine subscription will inspire your next design idea or home renovation. Get a one year subscription to Architectural Digest magazine for only $5.99. To get this deal, just use coupon code SAVINGWITHSHELLIE at checkout. This offer is only good today (11/5).

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Magazines Renovation Frugal Lives Frugal Living 51

For the Mommas

AUGUST 22, 2012

“A run-down Victorian to renovate, a past to leave behind–who has time for romance…or murder? She’s renovating an old, rambling Victorian house in a small town outside of Detroit, and the fixer-upper should net her a big profit when she resells. Soon, Tish begins to question her decision to buy the old house.

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Renovation Detroit Daughter Free 63

Saving With Shellie

MARCH 12, 2014

You can buy up to 3 years for $5.99 This magazine subscription will inspire your next design idea or home renovation. Get a one year subscription to Architectural Digest magazine for only $5.99. To get this deal, just use coupon code SAVINGWITHSHELLIE at checkout. This offer is only good today (3/12).

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Magazines Renovation Frugal Lives Frugal Living 51

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

How to use the Rent vs. Buy Calculator The renting-vs.-buying buying question is not something that people usually ask and answer just once. Behind the scenes (Methodology) The Rent vs. Buy Calculator uses the everyday costs of renting and buying to compute and refine results. You can adjust all of those pre-filled areas.

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Rent Calculators Property Taxes Buy 52

Saving With Shellie

DECEMBER 9, 2013

You can buy up to 3 years for $5.99 This magazine subscription will inspire your next design idea or home renovation. Get a one year subscription to Architectural Digest magazine for only $5.99. To get this deal, just use coupon code SAVINGWITHSHELLIE at checkout. This offer is only good today (12/9). Deals Around Town'

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Magazines Renovation Frugal Lives Frugal Living 45

Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 24, 2013

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Martha Stewart Magazines Home and Garden Renovation 45

Saving With Shellie

OCTOBER 25, 2013

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Magazines 45

Magazines Renovation Frugal Lives Frugal Living 45

Saving With Shellie

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

You can buy up to 3 years for $5.99 This magazine subscription will inspire your next design idea or home renovation. Get a one year subscription to Architectural Digest magazine for only $5.99. To get this deal, just use coupon code SAVINGWITHSHELLIE at checkout. This offer is only good today (2/18).

Magazines 45

Magazines Renovation Frugal Lives Frugal Living 45

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 16, 2013

When buying a house, some people have been spending beyond their means to get the house they want but can’t truly afford. Home Renovation Techniques. Interested in becoming a product tester? If so, read Crystal’s post about how to Become a Product Tester for Free Swag on Budgeting in the Fun Stuff. PET Archives.

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Fridays Debt Unemployment Rent 187

Saving With Shellie

JANUARY 26, 2014

You can buy up to 3 years for $5.99 This magazine subscription will inspire your next design idea or home renovation. Get a one year subscription to Architectural Digest magazine for only $5.99. To get this deal, just use coupon code SAVINGWITHSHELLIE at checkout. This offer is only good today (1/26).

Magazines 45

Magazines Renovation Frugal Lives Frugal Living 45

Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

You can buy a year subscription at this price. Each issue of Martha Stewart Living Magazine allows you to celebrate the simple things of everyday life, such as gardening, entertaining, renovating, cooking, and decorating. Get a one year subscription to Martha Stewart Living Magazine for only $9.99

Martha Stewart 45

Martha Stewart Magazines Home and Garden Renovation 45

Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 20, 2013

You can buy up to 3 years for $5.99 This magazine subscription will inspire your next design idea or home renovation. Get a one year subscription to Architectural Digest magazine for only $5.99. To get this deal, just use coupon code SAVINGWITHSHELLIE at checkout. This offer is only good today (8/20). Deals Around Town'

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Magazines Renovation Frugal Lives Frugal Living 40

Saving With Shellie

AUGUST 7, 2013

You can buy up to 3 years for $5.99 This magazine subscription will inspire your next design idea or home renovation. Get a one year subscription to Architectural Digest magazine for only $5.99. To get this deal, just use coupon code SAVINGWITHSHELLIE at checkout. This offer is only good today (8/7). Deals Around Town'

Magazines 40

Magazines Renovation Frugal Lives Frugal Living 40

Saving With Shellie

DECEMBER 29, 2014

You can buy up to 4 years at the $9.99 Each issue of Martha Stewart Living Magazine allows you to celebrate the simple things of everyday life, such as gardening, entertaining, renovating, cooking, and decorating. Get a one year subscription to Martha Stewart Living Magazine for only $9.99 per year price.

Martha Stewart 51

Martha Stewart Magazines Home and Garden Renovation 51

Saving With Shellie

MAY 10, 2013

You can buy a year subscription at this price. Each issue of Martha Stewart Living Magazine allows you to celebrate the simple things of everyday life, such as gardening, entertaining, renovating, cooking, and decorating. Get a one year subscription to Martha Stewart Living Magazine for only $14.99.

Martha Stewart 40

Martha Stewart Magazines Home and Garden Renovation 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 29, 2013

Maybe you’re buying your first car and need some guidance. How To Improve Your Vehicle’s Gas Mileage And Save… Should You Invest In Renovations Or Purchase A New Home? The Most Common Car Buying Mistakes and How to Avoid Them. So you are in the market for a new car. Money Tips'

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New Cars Car Cars Gas Mileage 185

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 30, 2014

We’re glad we didn’t buy any furniture, or we’d have quite the full house! Sell Your Home Faster With These Cheap Ideas 5 Budget Friendly Ways to Bring More Life to Your Apartment How to Furnish a New Home For Next to Nothing How to Shop for Furniture at Thrift Stores Cheap Ways To Renovate Your Home. Get Organized'

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Home Making Furniture Thrift Stores 182

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 9, 2011

There are simple ways to cut down on waste, from buying concentrated household products to buying in bulk. Buy in bulk or in loose. When you are working on a home renovation, buy your screws, nails, and other bits out of the bins and not those packaged in boxes. Buy energy smart. Go rechargeable.

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Reuse Recycle Recycled Recycling 174

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 11, 2014

We don’t buy things unless we have an actual use for them, or if we get rid of something else we don’t need. This quick de-clutter isn’t meant to be lasting or serious, but it does help clear the area so that I feel more comfortable in my home and better able to relax or work. Keep it Clutter-Free. Get Organized'

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Home Organic Organization United States 217

Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 31, 2013

A subscription comes with 5 issues per year, and you can buy up to 3 years at this price. About: Our mission is to offer expert advice and perspective for those building, renovating, or furnishing a home in the Arts and Crafts spirit. Today, you can get a subscription to Arts and Crafts Homes Magazine for just $6.99

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Art Craft Crafts Magazines 45

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 10, 2013

Lets say you are deciding whether to buy a new home now while mortgages are low and the housing market depressed. Buying a foreclosure? At every step, from the moment you start thinking of buying that new home, bounce your thoughts off of your spouse, your parents, your accountant or advisor. Don’t buy with your emotions.

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Making Home Financial Goals At&T 240

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

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. We need to decide because we have several fairly large renovation projects that need to be done in the near future and how we handle those will be different based on our decision to stay or sell.

Home 165

Home Taxes Real Estate Landlord 165

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 2, 2022

Include everything from weekend trips to longer vacations, yard/garden projects, home renovations, kids’ camps, gear and clothing, and any other summer expense you might have. Find a free court, borrow or buy rackets and balls, and go play some tennis. It can be an expensive season and it’s best to plan ahead. Hit the tennis courts.

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Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale Home and Garden 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 3, 2013

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. Today it is much less expensive to buy your clothes, even if you buy brand new and certainly if you shop some of the chic re-sale shops or even the thrift stores.

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Sewing Sewing Machines Machines Saving Money 201

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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Saving Money Money Saving Kids and Family 188

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Make renovations. Most carriers offer discounts if you buy more than one policy or if you safeguard your home with a burglar alarm or sprinkler system. Most carriers offer discounts if you buy more than one policy or if you safeguard your home with a burglar alarm or sprinkler system. Claims-free.

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Homeowner Insurance Insurance December Credit 52

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Common reasons include paying off debt, financing a large purchase such as a vehicle or a boat, or covering the cost of a major expense like a wedding or a home renovation. You might, for example, be offered financing by a home improvement store when you buy an appliance.

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Debt Credit Cards Credit College Tuition 52

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 hate buying clothes new. My wardrobe needs have changed.

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Frugal Cheap Clothes Clothing 100

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 6, 2020

But in August 2013 , our business softened, renovations to our new building were more costly than planned, and we were now the owners of two mortgages: our home and our business. Thankfully, my pragmatic side took over and we decided to replace our tires and take the next year or so to save up enough money to buy a vehicle with cash.

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Debt Emergency Fund 2007 2020 130

Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 13, 2013

People that are renovating their kitchens more often choose energy efficient appliances, knowing that they are not just good for the planet but also worthwhile investments. These days it seems like everyone is going out of their way to adjust their lifestyles and homes to be more environmentally conscious.

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Gardening Garden Home Home and Garden 67

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 22, 2019

Include everything from weekend trips to longer vacations, yard/garden projects, home renovations, kids’ camps, gear and clothing, and any other summer expense you might have. Find a free court, borrow or buy rackets and balls, and go play some tennis. It can be an expensive season and it’s best to plan ahead.

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2019 Home and Garden Friends And Family Sale Kids and Family 124

Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Home equity loans are best used for five-figure renovation or repair projects — which can garner you a tax deduction on their interest — or to consolidate other debts. You can deduct the interest (up to the limit) if the home equity loan is used to “buy, build or substantially improve” the property.

Home 52

Home Debt Credit Cards Credit 52