Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 5, 2012

Sibs, in an article entitled ‘Dealing with Guilt ‘ suggests that this can help you practice saying no and seeing that the world does not come to an end and that others in your circle will come to respect your decision. Take Baby Steps Start by saying no to small things.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Down payment costs are just the beginning — you’ll also have to account for closing costs and ongoing homeowner expenses, like property taxes and insurance, and you’ll want to budget for maintenance costs. Buying a home always means dealing with big numbers. How much money do I need to buy a house?

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

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). Some sellers won’t agree to extensive repairs.

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The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

Alan and I, by choice, bought land in an area with low property taxes. Had we not fallen in love with the locale, it wouldn’t have mattered how low the taxes were, but fall in love we did. These days, our kids are always quick to tell me whenever they score a deal, and they’ve both grown up to be good and frugal consumers.

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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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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

They may ask for copies of utility bills, lease or rental agreements, property tax bills or credit card statements as proof of address. How to find the best personal loan rates To find the best deal on a personal loan for your unique financial situation, compare rates, terms and fees from multiple lenders.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

They are hungry for the increased ‘revenue’ they will get from the sales and ongoing property taxes the increased populations will bring. You have to at least, deal with fixing and patching. Otherwise, you end up dealing with wet ceilings, wet insulation and the possibility of breathing in unhealthy mold and mildew.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 8, 2018

This is not a once and done deal. Personal Escrow – Use this spreadsheet to plan for your high yearly expenses, such as property taxes, association fees, home/auto insurance, etc. Budgeting is so important and it is going to take time to grasp on an ongoing basis, so please do yourself a favor and invest time in the process.

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