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Meet a Reader | JenRR from the Midwest

The Frugal Girl

While we were still renting an apartment, I researched areas with lower property taxes, scouted out my ideal neighborhoods, and waited for a smaller, less expensive house to come on the market. We rented at first, but the rental situation in our new town was poor. Childhood joy. helping out 7.

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How We Paid off Six Figures of Debt

Family Balance Sheet

It was so big that I cried for two days straight– we paid off six figures in non-mortgage debts. How we got to six figures of non-mortgage debt: In the summer of 2012, we found an opportunity to purchase an office building for our small business. After the first year, the new business debt weighed on me.

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Save Taxes: Negotiate A Reduction in Your Assessed Value

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Review your assessments and taxes for the past few years – the information will usually be on your real estate property tax bill and/or receipt. Based on what you find out about why your value rose, do some research. In any event, you will want to find comparable properties and find out how they are assessed.

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How To Get A Personal Loan In 8 Steps

Savings Corner

The steps may vary depending on whether you’re looking for debt consolidation loans , home improvement loans, medical loans or wedding loans. Personal loan qualification requirements Your credit score , income and debt are usually evaluated by personal loan lenders to see if you qualify.

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

Savings Corner

Be sure to do your research: Many types of loans require a much lower minimum down payment , and there are many government programs to help cover down payment costs for qualified buyers. Get started: Research the requirements for the loan you want so you know exactly how much you’ll need to save for a down payment.