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Should You Accept Family Money?

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When I was a young adult, out of college and into my first years of marriage, I cringed at the thought of getting money from my parents. I thought there would be ‘strings’ attached to the use of the money. Lets explore the topic of parents giving money to grown offspring. I wanted to prove myself.

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Eight Things I Learned After Becoming a Millionaire

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I remember going through magazines and catalogs picking out the things I would have when we had money. I found that I wasn’t really working for the money (although I wouldn’t have done the work without being paid!), You can do the things you want and need to do whether you have money or not. Your life is your life.

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Buying a Home With the Help of Mortgage Insurance

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In addition, there are tax benefits for both first-time and seasoned homeowners. Genworth Financial for example, offers job loss protection so that you can continue to make mortgage payments if you lose your job. Related posts: How to Save Money on Your Home’s Mortgage. How to Save Money on Car Insurance.

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

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The result is that your money will last indefinitely. Your money really can last forever. If you lose your job, or encounter another financial setback, 30% of your income might be too much to handle for a mortgage payment — especially if you have other debt. Money Tips' But What If Things Change?