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Brooke Chaplan

Brooke Chaplan is a freelance writer and blogger. She lives and works out of her home in Los Lunas, New Mexico. She loves the outdoors and spends most her time hiking, biking and gardening. You can contact Brooke via Twitter @BrookeChaplan."

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4 Ways to Make the Most of Investment Property Loans

Investing in property is an effective way to build your family’s wealth. One of the most common ways to benefit from a property investment is to buy a house that needs some repairs and flip it after you fix it up. Your family might also be interested in purchasing a home that you can rent out to other families in your community. No matter which direction you go, one of the first things you’ll need to do is secure a loan. And interestingly this is the only type of debt recommended by top advisors like Dave Ramsey and “Rich Dad” author Robert T. Kiyosaki. They refer to it as “good debt” i.e. debt that puts money into your pocket.  

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How to Get Money to Cover an Emergency Repair

At some point, your car is going to break down, your home’s roof is going to start to leak or an appliance is going to stop working properly. While you can’t pinpoint the exact time an issue may arise, there are things that you can do to fix the issue in a timely manner. The best option is to have an emergency fund to cover the cost of the repair. But what if you don’t have the savings? Then you must borrow the money. If that is your only option you want to arrange for the best terms possible.

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Saving Up for a New House

Moving to a new home can be an exciting time for you and your family. Before you make the move, though, it’s important to save up plenty of money so that you can afford a good down payment, plus any unforeseen expenses that may come up. This saving is especially important if you’re moving to a new area, as expenses could be different than what you’re used to. To help increase your financial fitness, here are some tips to help families save up for a new house in a new area.

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