Tag - home ownership

home ownership • misc. stuff • scams & fraud

How to Sell Items Quickly on Craigslist

2 years ago

budget living • happiness • healthy living • misc. stuff • spending

8 Affordable Ways to Make Your Apartment Cozy

3 years ago

Household quirks (part 2)

10 years ago

Easy ways to be greener around the house

10 years ago

Household quirks: we all have them

10 years ago

Gardening ideas

10 years ago

Spring cleaning is almost here!

10 years ago

home ownership • money management

Why we’re looking to refinance our home

10 years ago

Tips to keep in mind when buying your first home

10 years ago

The joys of home ownership?

10 years ago

1) Create a 50/30/20 budget that lets you know what you can afford.

2) Treat your marriage like a business. Let one person manage the money, both people need to agree on goals and budget.

3) Pay off toxic debt, but use “good” debt to get ahead.

4) Risk is a fact of life, sensibly manage it. Diversify, do target asset allocation, cut costs and stick to your plan.

5) Save early for retirement. Save as much as you can and don’t stop.

6) Preserve your home equity. Buy less house than you can afford, pay off your mortgage. Don’t move if you can afford it.

7) Be a savvy consumer. Shop around for financial products, review recurring expenses and advocate for pro-consume regulation.