VA Refinance: The Complete Guide | Rates & Requirements 2023
A VA refinance can come with a number of significant benefits, many of which save you money both now and in the long run.
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A VA refinance can come with a number of significant benefits, many of which save you money both now and in the long run.
The post Blog first appeared on MilitaryVALoan.com.
Between running this personal finance blog, and the fact that I’ve always been fairly open about money, people love talking about money with me. So, over the years, I have heard countless pieces of bad financial advice. Plus, people just love giving others advice. Yes, I’ve heard great financial advice, but some of it has […]
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This week, Kim and I hired a contractor for what we hope will be the last major project on the “country cottage” we bought last summer. We’re replacing our rotting back deck and installing a hot tub. It’s an expensive (and extensive) project.
The cost hurts all the more because we’ve already poured nearly $100,000 into performing needed repairs on this property. (In fact, as you may remember, we considered forgoing the deck replacement altogether.)
Budgeting for this job led me to reflect on the costs of owning a home. Like my colleague J.L. Collins (who believes a house is a terrible investment), I refuse to join to the cult of of homeownership. Yes, I own a home — and have for 24 out of the past 25 years — but I’m under no illusion that this is a smart financial move. Kim and I want to own an acre of land in the country, which is why we bought this place. We didn’t buy it because we think it’ll make us wealthy. (It seems to be having the opposite effect!)
Today, both for entertainment and catharsis, I want to spend some time talking about the high costs of homeownership. And lest you believe the stories below simply prove that I’m a fool with money, I want to point out that my experiences seem typical. Everyone I talk to about homeownership has similar tales to tell. I’ll bet you do too!
Emergency savings. Building one can seem daunting for anyone living paycheck to paycheck. When I was 27, I went to an outlet mall because I just felt like getting something new. I remember being pretty happy with the jeans and shoes I found. I also remember calculating in my head that payday was two days
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When parents put their own retirement savings last, everyone suffers. Here are four reasons parents should fund their retirement BEFORE they consider helping their adult children with money.
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We all know we should be saving. These 5 tips can help you get started.
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This year’s hurricane season affected the lives of many people. But there’s a small light in the darkness—anyone affected by Harvey or Irma can qualify for natural disaster tax relief. The IRS has announced tax relief for victims of Hurricane Fiona and Hurricane Ian. Here’s who qualifies and what relief you can expect.
The post Were You Affected by a Hurricane This Year? If So, You May Qualify for Natural Disaster Tax Relief appeared first on Money Under 30.
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Quick Navigation How to Find Affordable Housing for Low-Income Seniors Speak With Your Local Housing Authority Talk to a HUD-Approved Housing Counselor Look at Senior Housing Websites How Do You Qualify for Affordable Senior Housing? Types of Affordable Senior Housing Programs Housing Choice Vouchers Public Housing Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Section 202 Supportive Housing for […]
This was originally published on The Penny Hoarder, which helps millions of readers worldwide earn and save money by sharing unique job opportunities, personal stories, freebies and more. The Inc. 5000 ranked The Penny Hoarder as the fastest-growing private media company in the U.S. in 2017.