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How to Save Money by Downsizing

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The cost of fuel is becoming prohibitive for drivers of larger vehicles, so much so that sales of the big, thirsty vehicles like Hummers are on the decline. Real estate taxes are calculated on the size of the house so a smaller house will attract a lower tax rate. How much room does a family really need?

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The Best And Worst States To Retire In 2023, Ranked

Savings Corner

To find some objective answers to the where-to-retire question, Bankrate crunched a bevy of statistics on costs of living, public health and other metrics to create a comprehensive ranking of the best and worst states to retire in the U.S. 22 for state and local sales tax. Iowa lands near the middle of the pack tax-wise.

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Yakezie Carnival – Credit Cards Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I bought shares of MSA (MSJAF on the pink sheets) … The Ultimate Juggle : Easiest Way to Make a Profit in Real Estate – Investing in real estate can be a great way to set yourself up for the future. If you invest in the right property at the right price, you can create a positive cash flow from the beginning.