When are You Ready to Buy a House?
You may want to finally take the plunge of buying your first home, but should you? Buying a home is a BIG financial commitment that should not be taken lightly. As with all big decisions in life, the answer to whether you are ready to buy a home is very personal....
Surprising Costs When Owning A House
I bought my house back in 2007. At the time, I was foolishly under the impression that my monthly mortgage payment was my only monthly expense on the house. Boy was I wrong! There are a lot of additional costs when owning a home. Some we might think of, while others...
4 Ways To Cut Energy Costs
We moved last year, so this is our first winter in the new house. We recently received the electric bill and had a mini-stroke. While we knew it would be more expensive since it was a larger home, we weren’t prepared for how much higher it was. So I set off to...
Buying A Fixer Upper To Save Money? Think Again
As a first time homebuyer, you might be shocked to see how expensive it is to buy a house. After looking at what is available in your price range, you might start making some sacrifices to find lower priced houses. Maybe you can go without the garage or the big yard....
Should You Sell Your Home When You’ve Paid off Your Mortgage?
Once your mortgage is paid off, you likely feel a sense of relief. You no longer have to make that massive payment. However, as you’re thinking about the end of this mortgage, you’re wondering if selling your house is in the future. The decision depends...
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