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Extra credit if you can rank them from highest to lowest Answer: $111,600 – a 39% increase! (from $286,800 in April 2020 to 398,400 in February 2025) Questions: Why do you think home prices have gone up so much in the last five years? What challenges might someone face when trying to buy a home today compared to five or ten years ago? If buying a home is getting harder, how might that change what adulthood or success looks like for your generation? Here are the ready-to-go slides for this Question of the Day that you can use in your classroom.…
Thinking about buying a house and wondering when you should take the leap? You’ve come to the right place! First, we need to be crystal clear: It’s never a good time to buy a house if you aren’t financially prepared. No matter what the market is doing, getting involved with real estate is a bad idea when you’re in debt, don’t have an emergency fund, or haven’t saved up a strong down payment. That said, you can still feel confident about finding the best time to buy a house—you just need to understand the typical housing market patterns and how…
In today’s uncertain housing market, many investors are asking, “Are mobile homes a good investment?” With rising interest rates, higher prices for traditional homes, and growing demand for affordable housing options, mobile homes are becoming an attractive choice for investors looking to build passive income and long-term wealth. This article breaks down the pros and cons of mobile home investing and explains why this unique opportunity is gaining popularity in both urban and rural areas across the United States. Don’t Miss Any Updates. Each week I’ll send you advice on how to reach financial independence with passive income from real…
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Are you drowning in debt? You are not alone. 8 out of 10 Americans are also facing debt issues in one way or another. Americans are drowning in debt because they start borrowing without any discipline. As a result, debt doesn’t just derail their spending pattern for the present and future but also rob them of their peace of mind. However, the good news is it is never too late to get out of debt. You can do that and eventually count yourself among the fortunate debt-free minority. Here, we are going to suggest 15 recovery steps that will help…
Buying a house is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make. To avoid costly mistakes and set yourself up for success, it’s important to follow a smart home-buying process. Make sure you’re financially ready to buy a house. You should be debt-free and have a fully funded emergency fund. Keep your monthly mortgage payment at or below 25% of your take-home pay—including taxes and insurance. You should save at least a 20% down payment to avoid PMI and lower your overall costs. (But if you’re a first-time home buyer, 5–10% is okay.) Get a good real estate agent…
If your Windows computer is crashing unexpectedly and showing you a blue screen error, there’s now a fix for that. As BleepingComputer reports, Windows updates pushed in March and April are triggering a secure kernel fatal error, causing devices running Windows 11 version 24H2 to crash and display a blue screen exception with error code 0x18B, indicating a SECURE_KERNEL_ERROR. To address this issue, Microsoft has released a Known Issue Rollback (KIR), which is a quick, targeted fix for non-security bugs. It’s a temporary solution since it rolls back earlier updates, while the company works on a new update to patch…
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Ah, tax season. For some of us, it’s a mad scramble to gather up receipts, 1099s, W-2s, and all of that mail that has “Important income tax documents enclosed” stamped across the front. Meanwhile, you might start Googling “free tax prep” or frantically emailing our tax professional about tax credits, refund checks, tax deductions, and deadlines. Turns out, adulting requires a surprising amount of accounting lingo.Others—mythical beings out there—already have all of that stuff organized, and are probably busy trying not to gloat about their magical (and inspiring) income tax return preparation powers. Regardless, there are taxpayers in both camps…
Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love and connection, but it doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag. While the media often pushes extravagant gifts, lavish dinners, and expensive experiences, the truth is that the most meaningful expressions of love are often the simplest and most heartfelt. Whether you’re saving for a big financial goal, paying off debt, or just want to avoid overspending, here are creative and thoughtful ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day on a budget. 1. Cook a Romantic Dinner at Home Dining out on Valentine’s Day can be expensive and stressful with crowded restaurants…