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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. The prices were not low enough to justify the time and patience required. I love that you are repairing your reusable bags.

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Cost of Living Calculator | City and Salary Comparison Tool

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Home prices, property taxes and monthly rents vary from state to state, city to city, town to town and even neighborhood to neighborhood. For others, it involves driving your car, and that means factoring in car repairs, gas, tolls and parking. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the largest bill consumers pay each month is for housing.

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

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Get started: Shop around with at least three lenders or a mortgage broker to increase your chances of getting a low interest rate. Get a home inspection A home inspection provides an overall picture of the property’s condition and any mechanical or structural issues it might have. Some sellers won’t agree to extensive repairs.

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

Even though Alan was an IT professional by trade, his logical mind also understands what makes all kinds of mechanical things work, and he can repair just about everything I break. I can’t even imagine how many repair bills from plumbers, electricians, appliance techs, and auto mechanics he has saved us over the years.

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How We Paid off Six Figures of Debt

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This side hustle income was mainly used for the fun stuff, such as camping, home renovations & repairs, and needs for our kids. Small home = Low Expenses. We have had to put money into wear and tear repairs for the van in the past year, but both vehicles still drive very well, and we haven’t had car payments in many years.

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Mortgage Refinancing: What Is It And How Does It Work?

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No-closing-cost refinance Caret Down A no-closing-cost refinance is a type of low-cost refinance that allows you to refinance without paying closing costs upfront. Let the lender or appraiser know of improvements, additions or major repairs you’ve made since purchasing your home. This could lead to a higher refinance appraisal.

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How To Get A Personal Loan In 8 Steps

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Whether you need money to pay for an unexpected hospital bill, an emergency car repair or to finance some much-needed home renovations , knowing how to get a personal loan will help make the application process as smooth as possible. Run the numbers Before taking out a loan, decide exactly how much you need to borrow.

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