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26 November 2017 | 7 replies
Not sure that's worth the saving.
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27 November 2017 | 5 replies
This is even with a prop 13 benefit that results in a ~$3k/year savings.
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1 December 2017 | 13 replies
I’m able to save money every month for a down payment but not sure if that’s the best route to get into the game.
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29 November 2017 | 7 replies
So, we rented it annually ever since - about 4 years ago - and look at like a savings account.
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27 November 2017 | 10 replies
First clear your debt and get your savings in line.
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28 November 2017 | 6 replies
That can save you on the homeowners Insurance for years.
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3 December 2017 | 5 replies
I'm also wondering if there are any tricks to cost-savings on small (apartment-sized) kitchens?
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1 December 2017 | 13 replies
If it was me I'd rather toss the 3k towards reserves vs 35 mo savings.
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29 November 2017 | 22 replies
Another thing I have started doing is making videos of the unit’s interior and exterior - which has saved me a few drives.
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10 December 2017 | 7 replies
do you just invest it all on one guy, or do you load yourself with work (gaining massive XP) and saving some cash.