Family Balance Sheet
OCTOBER 15, 2021
Right before the pandemic started, I opened 529 College Savings Accounts for our daughters. My oldest was in eighth grade and one of my goals for 2020 was to start saving consistently for both daughters’ college education. We want to assist them in financing their college years and we needed to make some progress.
Savings Corner
DECEMBER 25, 2023
Many people use the cash from a cash-out refinance to fund large-scale home improvements, education expenses or debt consolidation. If your home has increased in value since you bought it, you may have more equity than what you’ve accrued from paying down your principal. Pros of a cash-out refinance Potentially lower interest rate.
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
OCTOBER 22, 2013
Unfortunately, for as much as they’re bombarded with commercials about products, they’re not bombarded with knowledge about how to manage their finances. Although a car or college tuition may be the immediate expenses your kid is saving up for, it’s never too late to plan and prepare for a house down payment or retirement either.
Savings Corner
DECEMBER 24, 2023
Key takeaways A personal loan is money you can borrow to finance large purchases, consolidate debt, invest in yourself or cover emergency expenses. 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.
Savings Corner
APRIL 4, 2024
You can use this money for any purpose, including home remodeling , consolidating higher-interest debt , college tuition and other financial needs. Don’t take out more cash than you need, and make sure you’re using it for a purpose that will improve your finances instead of worsening your situation. There are no limitations.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 2, 2011
Not many – but by planning ahead now you might find ways to lessen the expenses you will face next month and use the annual experience as a teachable moment in your child’s personal finance education. Check with your local college for students who are majoring in the subject your child needs help with. using tax free days.
Penny Pinchin' Mom
MARCH 11, 2024
“The habit of saving is itself an education; it fosters every virtue, teaches self-denial, cultivates a sense of order, trains forethought, and so broadens the mind.” Munger so aptly puts it, learning how to save money fast is an education in and of itself. ” – T.T. Munger As T.T. It’s an actual need.
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