15 Ways to Save Money Track your spending. Carry around a small note pad or type it in the notes app on your phone. Every time you spend money, write down the date, what it was, and the cost. Do this for at least 2 weeks, preferably a month and you will see where you […]
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Refinance your home?
In recent posts Beth gave advise on using the equity in your home to consolidate debt. Great advise, by the way. I wanted to take it a step further and talk about simply refinancing your home. The current mortgage interest rates are very appealing to a homeowner. If you are a homeowner who has good […]
Alternatives for consolidating debt rather than using the equity in your home
Part 2 Consolidation Loan This is an unsecured loan, which means that the interest rates will be higher than a home equity loan. The rates will probably be lower than all of your credit cards but carefully consider other options if the fees are high. Going this route may not save you much money after […]
Refinance your home?
In recent posts Beth gave advise on using the equity in your home to consolidate debt. Great advise, by the way. I wanted to take it a step further and talk about simply refinancing your home. The current mortgage interest rates are very appealing to a homeowner. If you are a homeowner who has good […]
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Two of the most common phrases I have heard clients say over the years are: 1) “I don’t have a budget.” or “I don’t know the first thing about making a budget”. 2) “I just dont have time to do all of that budgeting stuff.” Well my friends, there is help. I have found another […]