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How Long Should You Keep Financial Documents

Family Balance Sheet

Any bills for big purchases like jewelry, appliances, computers, etc, should be kept permanently for insurance and warranty purposes. If you would like to receive FREE updates of FBS, there are four ways to do so: have updates sent to your email , through your RSS Feed become a fan and 'like' FBS on Facebook become a Twitter follower.

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Needs vs. Wants

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We got by back then using open windows, fans and attic fans. In 1950, according to MSN Real Estate , the average home size was 983 square feet. Most had a simple stove, a fan on the wall to vent (along with a window), a single sink and a tiny refrigerator. Personal computers. Air conditioning.

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