Buying a home is one of the most important investments you can make. Becoming a homeowner is an exciting milestone, but the process can be intimidating. After diligently saving for a down payment and choosing a reputable mortgage lender, youâre left with a seemingly endless list of decisions. With so many mortgage options, itâs tough
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If a majority of your monthly mortgage payment goes toward interest rather than your principal balance, you may be looking to refinance. Refinancing is a common route many homeowners take to lower their monthly mortgage payment because it allows them to secure a new mortgage with a lower interest rate. Refinancing can also help you
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As we enter the new year, itâs time to reflect back and think about how we want to do things differently. There are lots of ways to make positive changes for the upcoming year, but starting with foundational elements like personal finances can have a ripple effect across the rest of your life. Letâs start
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Itâs the time of year when youâll probably see lots of messages saying how much money you can save by spending money on some great shopping deals. Despite the promises, be assured that there are better ways to both save money and find even greater contentment for yourself and the people you care about. The
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If youâre still in college or a recent grad working with a limited budget, the idea of implementing a healthy lifestyle can seem overwhelming and very expensive. If you arenât careful, you might find yourself shelling out lots of cash in the name of healthâwhether youâre overspending on organic produce, designer athleticwear or monthly membership
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If youâre working to maintain a budget this year or youâre simply focused on removing physical clutter from your life, the holidays can be a particularly stressful time. Especially in the busyness of modern life, it might feel like all of the preparations are barely worth the little time we actually get to spend with
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Planning for a wedding can be filled with details and costs that never seem to end. It’s especially easy to get caught up in the excitement of the planning process and get carried away trying to meet everyone’s expectations. If you focus on the most important elements and minimize the distractions, you can still have
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If you’ve read about the minimalism lifestyle trend over the last several years, you may have heard about the time-saving benefits that come along with it. With fewer physical possessions, you literally have fewer things to maintain and care for which allows you more time. It might not seem like much at first, but those
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Hey there! My name is Anthony Ongaro and Iâm the guy behind Break the Twitch, a website and YouTube channel about living an intentionally connected life through minimalism, habits, and creativity. Iâm pumped to be sharing my tips on minimalism and intentional living on the Mint blog over the next year. The benefits of making
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Now that the summer is winding down and youâre getting back into the swing of classes and your favorite fall activities, itâs time to focus in and kick productivity into gear. If youâre looking to get the most out of what this semester has to offer, youâll be way better off if you can avoid
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