While experts may weigh in on which way the housing market will go – the truth is no one knows for sure. As a potential buyer, focus on the things you can control, like having enough savings, a good credit score and enough income to cover your new mortgage payments.
Do you know where you stand financially? Taking the time to create or review a financial plan can help you make the most of your money.
Here are some simple tips to help you get there.
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If you made a New Year’s Resolution to get out of debt, today’s a big day. By mid-January, most resolutions have fizzled.
But — YOU can say, NOT TODAY. If you feel yourself slipping, take a minute for a pep talk, remind yourself that you can do this, and check out our post on goals that stick. Retool that resolution, and get back on the bandwagon, friend. Continue reading
Even if money’s tight, there are creative ways you can relax and have fun. Here’s how.
Whether you’re traveling overseas or closer to home, you want to enjoy your vacation without busting your budget. Here are five tips to help you plan smart, save money and make your journeys more enjoyable.
Home improvements can rejuvenate a stale dwelling. But remodeling and renovations could set you back thousands of dollars for each room.
A “midrange minor kitchen remodel” — including hardware, countertops, flooring and a refrigerator — is about $21,000, on average, according to Remodeling magazine’s 2018 Cost vs. Value report. But with the right approach, you can give your abode some TLC without busting your budget.
By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach®
Having a car these days isn’t cheap. In fact, Kelley Blue Book reported that the estimated average price for new, light vehicles in the U.S. was $35,511 in June 2018.
By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach®
If you’re trying to manage your budget properly and keep your finances under control, you already know that going overboard with your spending can be a huge financial mistake.But even if you understand the fundamental rule of budgeting – never spend more than you earn – chances are you may be violating another crucial principal of budgeting.
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Find ways to free up cash in your budget, work to increase your income and look into different ways to pay down your balance. 
