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Save Money With DIY Home Repairs

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Every homeowner knows their home is a major investment that needs to be protected with maintenance and repairs, but not everyone knows how to perform home maintenance and professionals are expensive. For example, the average homeowner isn’t going to be able to troubleshoot and repair major plumbing and electrical problems.

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Why You Need a Home Ownership Binder

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When something needs replaced, repaired, or updated you will know who to call and where to go. We have lived in our home for almost 15 years and have done many improvements, renovations, and repairs over the years. Last year our hot water heater stopped working. It will save you time and money over the years. HVAC repair.

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How to Build your Emergency Fund

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In the same week, I woke up one morning to an icy cold shower and the discovery that our hot water heater was broken beyond repair. According to a recent survey , over half of Americans have less than $1000 in their savings and checking accounts. That emergency fund saved our business, our sanity, and our marriage.

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How to Go Green Witout Going Broke

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Most people are aware that going green not only saves the environment, it also saves money. Electric and hybrid cars save on gas costs and emissions, but they tend to be more expensive than gas-powered models. There are several small, energy-saving devices that you can install in your house fairly inexpensively.

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How to Build your Emergency Fund

Family Balance Sheet

In the same week, I woke up one morning to an icy cold shower and the discovery that our hot water heater was broken beyond repair. According to a recent survey , over half of Americans have less than $1000 in their savings and checking accounts. Our saving grace was the money we had saved in our emergency account.

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Get Your Home Ready for Fall and Winter

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Nobody wants to be caught in the winter without heat, or with a $500 heating bill because of an inefficient heater. I’ve recently washed our garage door , repaired some rain screen (okay, I didn’t do that part. Cleaning out your gutters is a must-do before fall to avoid any mishaps and permanent water damage to your home.

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Do You Have A Plan for Replacing Your Appliances?

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A warranty saved us a lot of money when our fairly new hot water heater unexpectedly broke last fall. I didn't and I found this article helpful, How to Avoid Refrigerator Repairs. Just one more thing to save money for, but this will help you (and me) avoid going into debt when our appliances need replaced.