Weekly Round-Up: Real Estate News
Did you have time to read up on the latest financial news? Have no fear, The Talking Cents Blog is here! Every week we comb through the news and curate content. This Weekly Round-Up will focus on real estate news.
Category Archives: Utility/Home
Saving on Summer Utilities
Summer is a wonderful time of the year! Warm weather, school is out and vacations are ready to begin. However, it also means a big increase in your utility bills if you aren’t careful. If you’re on a tight budget, … Read More »
Unexpected May Budget Items To Consider
May brings sunshine, warmth and happy thoughts about summer. However, summer could bring some budget challenges. Here are four unexpected May budget items to plan for as you prepare your household budget.
6 Tips for Living a Minimalist Lifestyle
Ever thought about ditching the baggage and creating a minimalist lifestyle? More millennials are adopting the “less is more” mantra after growing up in homes with too much clutter. The trend to decrease possessions and live a tidy life is … Read More »
Do You Really Need That Many TV Channels?
It happens all the time. You enter a deal with your local cable provider and lock in a price for one or two years. It’s usually a pretty good deal for a while. Maybe you get some free movie channels … Read More »
Weatherization Projects That Save Money
We’re in the thick of winter! Colder weather can bring in high utility bills derailing the budget, and making credit card debt relief even more difficult. Therefore, the timing is more than appropriate to share some weatherization projects you might want to … Read More »
Comparing Cell Phone Plans: Where to Start
It’s fairly impractical, and some might say impossible, to function without a cell phone these days. However, the cost of a cell phone each month can be a major dilemma while trying to get out of debt. Comparing cell phone … Read More »
Homeowner’s Insurance When You Downsize
You’ve had homeowners insurance since you purchased your first house nearly 40 years ago. You’re pretty sure you understand how it works, but now you’re downsizing and your friends tell you that it might be wise to read up on … Read More »
Waste Not, Want Not: Re-Purposing Old Purchases
When money is tight, you don’t want to waste anything! Every purchase matters, and sometimes if your old stuff is worn-out or getting old, your first thought may be to toss it in the trash. But, ask yourself: is there … Read More »