Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Years ago, there was a month where I hadn’t planned on a large property tax bill and I wasn’t sure where we were going to find the money. One summer, we didn’t have enough money to cover vacation and some day trips, so we hosted a yard sale to find the extra cash. Color in the blocks as you hit your goals.

Budgeting 130

Budgeting Budget Family Property Taxes 130

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 9, 2018

There was a month in 2013 where I hadn’t planned on a large property tax bill and I wasn’t sure where we were going to find the money. One summer, we didn’t have enough money to cover a vacation and some day trips, so we hosted a yard sale to find the extra cash. This is a 12 month spreadsheet.

Budgeting 160

Budgeting Budget Family Property Taxes 160

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

As our family and household income grew, my husband and I made it a goal to put more money aside for emergencies, retirement, college, home improvements, etc. I ended up switching to shopping sales, using discounts/bonuses, and planning ahead. After all, accidentally buying too many shirts on sale isn’t exactly saving us money!

Kids and Family 185

Kids and Family Home and Garden Money Frugal 185

The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

I still remember saving my change as a kid so I could “shop” for books at yard sales.) 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. Alan and I, by choice, bought land in an area with low property taxes.

Green And Frugal 180

Green And Frugal Kids and Family Hotel Frugal 180

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Iowa lands near the middle of the pack tax-wise. 23 for property taxes and No. 22 for state and local sales tax. Iowa also doesn’t tax Social Security benefits , and Iowans age 55 and older are exempt from paying state taxes on retirement income for tax year 2023. The state ranks No.

Iowa 52

Iowa West Virginia Healthcare Delaware 52

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

The impact of inflation and fast-rising interest rates dampened buyers’ interest, causing sales to slow and price appreciation to decelerate. Get started: Define your personal and financial goals. These are all important to help define the goals they would like to meet.” All this has made 2023 something of a transitional year.

Real Estate 52

Real Estate Buy Buying Credit 52