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Why Save Money in a Low Interest Rate Environment?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

My grown kids are also savers and I have high hopes that the grandchildren will follow their example. Although you could buy real estate and stocks or other investments before building that backing, what happens if you can’t make the mortgage payment, or have to sell the stocks at a loss to buy groceries or pay the rent?

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Carnival of Personal Finance #384 – Time for a Laugh Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

and says, “While the real estate market continues on the road to recovery, there has been quite a buzz recently regarding reverse mortgages. Specifically, how important emergency fund planning was for a couple with a veterinary emergency at their home.” What you learn is how not to live your life.

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Yakezie Carnival October 16, 2011- Growth Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

20′s Finances: Hiring a Property Manager: What it Offers You Real Estate Investments can be time consuming. Good Financial Cents: What to Watch For With Debt Settlement Companies Considering using a debt settlement company? Personal Finance Whiz : What Is An Emergency Fund? Here is a real life example.

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