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How to Start a Budget (and be successful at it!)

Family Balance Sheet

Personally, budgeting has allowed us to control of our money, reach financial goals, and start planning for our dream life. This could be your rent/mortgage, utilities, loan payments, anything that has a due date. Necessary expenses could be: – Home: Mortgage/rent, utilities, insurance, taxes, necessary repairs.

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

When they got married, they bought a duplex so that the rent money from the tenant in the upstairs apartment would pay the mortgage. 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.

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Buying A House In 2023: A Step-By-Step Guide

Savings Corner

Get started: Define your personal and financial goals. These are all important to help define the goals they would like to meet.” Analyze whether it makes sense for you financially. Would renting for another year or two improve your financial standing? Make a list of what’s important to you in a home.