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How to Prioritize Home Improvement Projects

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Since we moved into our home in late 2012, my husband and I have been go, go, go with all of the improvements, renovations and small projects we have been taking on. I had a conversation with a friend who also recently bought a home, and she remarked that we have been so productive with ours. Was it fun to do? Time Allocation.

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Cash-Out Refinancing: How It Works, When To Do It

Savings Corner

Cash-out refinances are generally best for big-ticket costs: Think home renovations or major debt consolidation. Many borrowers use the proceeds for the following reasons: Home improvement projects: You could use a cash-out refinance to renovate your home or add an addition, for example. There are no limitations.

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A Goal Without a Plan is Just a Wish

Family Balance Sheet

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. We were excited to cross this accomplishment off our bucket list.

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5 Lessons Learned When Our Finances Went Awry

Family Balance Sheet

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. One of the hardest conversations I have had with my husband was when I told him that I didn’t know how we would pay our bills that month.

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HELOC Vs Home Equity Loan: How Do They Work?

Savings Corner

Many borrowers use them to pay for major home repairs or renovations, like finishing a basement , remodeling a kitchen or updating a bathroom. Some HELOCs come with a conversion option that allows you to set a fixed rate on some or all of your balance. Home equity lenders often charge a fee for variable-to-fixed-rate conversions, too.

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P.E.P. for Week of January 31- February 4/11- Superbowl Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Most of the conversations we had with each other over the three months was what trades to make and who was an early pick up. Renovations can get expensive too. Renovations like these are always worth the time and effort if you ask me. We also seemed to curse a lot when we again had to mix up our line up due to an injury.

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