Savings Corner
DECEMBER 24, 2023
Get started: Define your personal and financial goals. This will help you determine how to proceed with the closing process: If major problems are found, you might want to ask the seller for repairs, or you might even decide to back out of the deal (provided there’s an inspection contingency in the contract).
Savings Corner
APRIL 4, 2024
You might need to deal with borrower’s remorse if rates drop substantially after you close. Most refinances won’t affect your property taxes, but completing a remodel with a cash-out refinance can increase your home’s value — which could mean a higher tax bill. Your credit score will temporarily take a hit.
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Family Balance Sheet
JUNE 8, 2018
Personally, budgeting has allowed us to control of our money, reach financial goals, and start planning for our dream life. If they are, you can consider putting the extra funds into an emergency fund, pay off a credit card, or save for another financial goal. This is not a once and done deal.
The Frugal Girl
MARCH 4, 2024
A lot of blood, sweat, and tears were shed here, but we both agree that having no mortgage gave us a serious leg up on our retirement savings and other financial goals. Alan and I, by choice, bought land in an area with low property taxes. Being frugal is just playing with numbers – and winning.
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