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Create a Personal Escrow Fund | 31 Days to Organize Your Finances

Family Balance Sheet

We’ll talk about cash flow, budgets, debts, and all of the nitty gritty of our finances that might not be fun to talk about, but are so important to discuss. Please refer back to the original post for a complete list of daily assignments. Does your property tax bill give you anxiety? That used to be me.

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Why You Should Be Skeptical of Financial “Rules of Thumb”

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The rule of thumb that states that it makes sense to spend 30% of your income each month on a housing payment doesn’t take into account the fact that you might have other debts, and that taking on more might over-leverage you. And what happens when you add in property taxes, utility, home insurance, and maintenance?

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

Savings Corner

Agents can often refer you to other real estate professionals, too, like home inspectors, contractors, appraisers and title companies. Check the inspector’s experience by reading online reviews, asking for client references and looking at their credentials. You don’t want someone who is over-scheduled.