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Money Matters: Brilliant Hacks to Consider Before Purchasing a New Home

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Image via Unsplash It is true that the idea of buying a home continues to be the American dream, but one look at the real estate market will tell you that purchasing a property is getting more expensive all of the time. Keep in mind that a home warranty will be an extra expense each month, but it may be well worth it for peace of mind.

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How Long Should You Keep Financial Documents

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Any bills for big purchases like jewelry, appliances, computers, etc, should be kept permanently for insurance and warranty purposes. Receipts - Keep until the warranty expires or you can no longer return the item. Permanent home improvement bills should also be kept while you still own your home.

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Smart Safety: Paying a Landlord by App

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Or…it could be a criminal who’s catfishing you with pictures of sexy real estate. “In Sure, it may actually be a business consultant who wants to sublet her fantastic apartment while she’s working in Europe for a year. In general, people are emotionally invested in finding a new place to live,” points out Bordo. Scammers count on that!

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