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How do Rent to Own Homes Work?

August 26, 2020 By Jeff Anzalone

Is it better to live in rent to own homes, rent, or buy our homes outright? The answer, like many questions of this nature, depends on a lot of things. Everyone’s personal circumstances are different and the rent vs buy decision should always be made on those circumstances.

While eating a burger at a local burger joint, here’s what a sheriff friend recently told me:

“I think I need to buy a home. I’ve been renting for a while, but feel like I’m wasting money each month on rent.”

He’s in his early 20’s itching to live the “American Dream” but doesn’t realize that homeownership is a bit more complicated than that (we’ve been homeowners for over fifteen years).

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10 Steps to Become a Fiscally Responsible Person

August 23, 2020 By Kevin | Just Start Investing

The term “fiscally responsible” is usually associated with government and politics. Politicians and government officials use the word when discussing the national budget and how they are using taxpayer dollars. However, the term applies to more than just government, the act of being a fiscally responsible person is important in your personal finances too.

Being fiscally responsible, or financially responsible, involves taking ownership of your personal finances.

Below, you’ll learn more about what it means to be fiscally responsible, and get the 10 steps it takes to become a fiscally responsible person.

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How to Save for a Car: 5 Easy Tips

August 21, 2020 By Savanna Greene

Learning how to save money to buy a new car can make the whole car buying process less stressful, when done correctly.

Really, it all comes down to budgeting and preparing. The more prepared you are to buy a car, the easier the process will be.

Proper budget planning simplifies the process without having to break your bank and making it seem like a massive sacrifice at once. Saving money steadily and slowly and setting it aside will make it easier when it comes time to make a down payment. Plus, you can likely save more by making a few adjustments to your daily spending habits, but it will require discipline.

Below, we’ll go over how you can properly budget and prepare to buy a new car. Purchasing a new car can be a complicated process, but by following these easy tips, it can be easier than you expect. Keep reading to learn more!

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20 Awesome Ways to Get Free Books Online

August 19, 2020 By Robyn @ A Dime Saved

I love absolutely love reading! I am a real bookworm, and I continually search for the best ways to get free books online.

Why?

Because books can be expensive!

I have a Kindle, which I love. While there is something about reading physical books, a Kindle or an e-reader has so many perks that makes it a great thing to own.

Imagine its late at night, and you want to read a book, maybe an investing book written for beginners, but you never made it to the library. With a kindle, you can get all the books you want on the spot without having to leave your house during business hours. Nor do you have to wait for a delivery from a bookstore.

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Billshark Review: Lower Your Monthly Bills

August 16, 2020 By Chris Muller

Most of us have quite a few monthly bills. Between cable, phone, internet, and home security fees, it can be a lot to keep track of at times.

Unfortunately, a lot of people lose track of their bills all the time, not just sometimes. By either auto-paying online or with a credit card, you may be letting your provider charge you every month without giving it a second thought.

It’s never a good idea to lose control in any aspect of personal finance, and bill management is no different. You put yourself at risk of overpaying for services without even realizing it.

There is a solution to get control back: negotiation and cancellation.

You could negotiate lower prices and cancel unused services yourself, but the process can be intimidating and time-consuming.

This is where bill negotiation platforms come in. One of the leading platforms, Billshark, contacts providers on your behalf and helps you save money. In this Billshark review, we look at how Billshark works and whether it’s a good bill negotiation platform, as well as review its other money-saving features.

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