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10 Important Fall Home Maintenance Tips
Whether youâre ready or not, fall is upon us. There is so much to do, and so much to enjoy with all the colors and briskness that fall brings us. […]
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The high cost of homeownership
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!
Boat Insurance | Protection On (And Off) The Water
If the authorities pull you over on the water, they may ask to see your identification or your fishing license. They may want to count your complement of life jackets. But they probably wonât ask about your boat insurance. Very few states — only Hawaii, Arkansas, and Utah — require residents to insure boats the […]
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How to Make Your Home Summer Ready
Summer is quickly approaching! Now that youâve done your spring cleaning, itâs time to prepare your home for the heat. Itâs easy to overlook items…
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How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes: 15 Proven Methods from the Experts
Say goodbye to those pesky skeeters!
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An Interview With The Man Who Never Needed a Real Job
âDear Mr. Money Mustache… Iâd like to retire soon. Iâve had a good career and the numbers say Iâm just over the threshold, but Iâm still afraid. It would help if I had a solid plan for what to do after retirement – perhaps even make some money eventually. Because I think it would help […]
10 Pros and Cons of Living in Mississippi
Is Mississippi a good place to live? Here are ten pros and cons of living in the Magnolia State to give you some insight on what to expect.
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VA Minimum Property Requirements (MPRs)
If you plan to buy a home with a VA home loan, you should know about VAâs minimum property requirements, or MPRs. MPRs are the minimum standards that the home […]
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