Carlos Ptriawan
Ohio as the second winner of highest Appreciation Metro in 2023 YTD
24 November 2023 | 46 replies
Just right now we're seeing some typical seasonality issues(real estate front wise) and we've seen debt issues at the consumer level rise, but now we're at holiday time where the economy needs that black friday and holiday splurges.
J. Martin
Being frugal paid off in RE: $1k car, $1MM in RE, $140K/yr gross rents, and free couches..
6 January 2016 | 82 replies
Martinsounds like he is further along on the journey but still making intentional choices about where to splurge and where economize.
Samantha Klein
6 vs 9 vs 12 year water heaters? Which is best?
13 January 2022 | 27 replies
I had splurged in 2009 on a 12 year Kenmore 75 gal tank, so this morning I call about the warranty.
Julie Marquez
Unhealthy Frugality Disease
6 January 2017 | 108 replies
I've asked myself, should I splurge on these "overpriced items" (depending on one's interpretation), as my Christmas gift?
Ryan Herting
Kitchens - Creating Greater Value at Lower Costs
13 April 2021 | 1 reply
Here are some things to consider below.Kitchen pantriesSoft closing cabinets Dovetail joints - Adds a nicer finish to the cabinetry With a higher-end rental, you might consider a pot filler above the range The latest trend in cabinet colors and paints - you can use Pinterest for thisFloating Shelves - reduce cost and adds aesthetic to the feel (base shelves are more expensive than uppers)Functionality is key - Storage for plates, pots, and pans 12x24 tile flooring offers the best bang for the buck Splurge on the backsplash because it is very inexpensive to do adds appealDepending on the dimensions of the room, you may consider a smaller upper cabinetHope this was helpful BP family!
Francisco Milan
How did you get crushed in 2008 due to overleverage ?
18 May 2023 | 50 replies
They were taking high end vacations and putting big screen TVs in the bathrooms and laundry rooms and splurging on madness.
Christine Mosley
Are Timeshares Worth It?
18 June 2023 | 21 replies
I’d rather splurge on my family and make lasting memories vs being a tight wad and not vacation at Luxury resorts and locations.
Karl McGarvey
Payoff a Vehicle or buy another rental!?
23 August 2020 | 102 replies
If you "splurge" or "treat yo self" often you might want to keep the payment, not pay off the vehicle and get another rental.
Lloyd Segal
Economic Update (Monday, March 29, 2021)
30 March 2021 | 3 replies
Those who could afford to do so, splurged on big-ticket luxuries, with spending on pleasure boats soaring 42% from $18.7 billion in February 2020 to $26.6 billion in January 2021.
David Puza
Special Needs Housing?
28 February 2017 | 41 replies
I'm looking to buy his course too and it seems like you were able to do a lot of this without splurging for his course.