~I like and encourage this way of thinking as even though I would like everyone I know to be able to experience home ownership, the reality is that is not for everyone. Having alternatives is a great way to look forward to our future as well.~ Affordability Gap Leads to Rise of Alternative Housing As … Continue reading Affordability Gap Leads to Rise of Alternative Housing
The Most Stressed-Out City in Every State Money and work are routinely the leading causes of stress in the United States, one of the richest and busiest countries in the world. More recent surveys of the American public have revealed concerns over the future of our nation as the most significant source of stress. A … Continue reading The Most Stressed-Out City in Every State
~ helpful advice to get your towards your goal, no matter how far off it is ~ How much millennials think they need to retire -- and how much they actually need Young people may be underestimating how much money they need to fund their futures. "As many as 34 percent of millennials believe they … Continue reading How much millennials think they need to retire
~ Great advice and insights if you are looking to start investing ~ The $750 Newbie Lesson We Learned Before Landing Our First Investment Property If you will recall, in the last article, we had figured out our first round of funding via a HELOC on our primary residence. Now that we had that, it … Continue reading The $750 Newbie Lesson We Learned Before Landing Our First Investment Property
~no judgement here~ How to Organize Your Refrigerator (Because It's Gross) RyanJLane/iStock "How do you organize a refrigerator?" is a question that, for most of us, simply doesn't get asked enough. You pile your groceries in, and it’s not until you find moldy broccoli buried beneath a 2-month-old burrito (or at least what you think might have been a burrito) that … Continue reading How to Organize Your Refrigerator
3 serious problems with the 4 percent retirement rule We're all told to save as much money as possible for retirement, but how much is really enough? For years, experts have relied on the 4% rule to help determine how much savings is truly adequate. The rule states that if you begin by withdrawing 4% … Continue reading 3 serious problems with the 4 percent retirement rule
~don't fret! I have more than a few lenders with awesome programs for you! Give me a call 951.653.6872 and I can help~ Mortgage Credit Availability Declined in December The Mortgage Credit Availability Index (MCAI), a monthly report that measures the credit standards of lenders, declined 1.8 percent in December to 179.2 according to data … Continue reading Mortgage Credit Availability Declined in December
~and now you know 😉 hope these tips help you!~ We Asked Interior Designers: What Small Changes Make the Biggest Difference? Sometimes interiors need change. Whether your style feels a little too outdated or your tastes have changed, making over the rooms in your home is a great way to give yourself a fresh start. … Continue reading What Small Changes Make the Biggest Difference?
How to Declutter Your Bathroom So It Isn't So Gross Figure8Photos/iStock; realtor.com Want to learn how to declutter your bathroom? We feel your pain. Despite often being the smallest room in the house, it is also one of the hardest to keep organized. If you've ever been late to work because you couldn't find that new can … Continue reading Bathroom Tips
~In case you are super fans on either end of the spectrum~ The Coldest and Warmest Cities in Every State GOING TO EXTREMES If you're looking for a warm getaway this winter, chances are you might first look to Florida or Texas. But the U.S. is a big place, and there's a lot of variation … Continue reading The Coldest and Warmest Cities in Every State
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