All Forum Posts by: Justin Matthews

Mint.com is the best choice in my opinion. One aspect that many people "cheat" on is putting a higher actual value on their properties than they can actually sell for

Not really sure why the stock market is looked down upon. There are clearly advantages, especially in the internet age such as much lower transaction costs. In some ways I have more control over my stocks than real estate. I can literally sell my holdings at any hour of the day or buy more at any price for $7 a trade. Just this month I have made over 20% in an airline stock I bought in the midst of the Ebola scare. I bought this when I was on vacation at the beach.

Thanks for the lengthy reply.

How big of a percentage is your total house payment in your budget based on net pay? Do you think there are certain guidelines everyone should follow in regards to certain ratios of gross or net pay?

Should have said HOA includes water and some maintenance. Area is not bad, but not great either.

Hi all, Please help me analyze this deal for a condo. Asking Price: $43,000 Offer Price: $40,000 Down Payment: $8,000 Rent: $900 per month Monthly payment with mortgage, insurance, HOA. $400 Property Management $100 per month What do you think?