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Could the Capital One Venture X Card Be Your Next Credit Card?

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - Using premium travel rewards credit cards brings massive value to those who like to travel. With so many of these cards on the market, it can be hard to choose just one. With the Capital One Venture X card, you ... Read More

Money Isn’t Everything. 8 Things That Are More Important

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - As I get older, I realize money isn't everything. People talk about the importance of money. Money can buy you things. It has value to bring about the worldly items we may need to sustain us. A history teacher always ... Read More

A 3 Fund Portfolio: The Simple Way To Invest

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - Investing can be quite hard. It takes time, patience, and the right mindset to pick and choose what investments to go with. The easy solution is to hire someone else to do it for you. What if I had a ... Read More

5 Trends That Are Affecting Real Estate Investing

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - Investing can be a tricky business, especially when a lot of money is involved. Buy low and sell high is always the best advice to go by, but knowing which market is going to boom next is the difficult part. Real estate, for example, really likes to fluctuate and sometimes dips horribly. When you invest, […]
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The Ultimate Rental Property Checklist – Find Your Perfect New Home

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - How do you know if you’ve found the perfect rental when you’re looking for your future home? It is easy to evaluate your next rental property in order to make sure it has the features that matter most to you with the Ultimate Rental Property Checklist.  Consider printing this checklist and bringing it with you […]
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How To Deal With Rental Application Chargebacks

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - Property managers accepting online applications may have to deal with credit card chargebacks. Here's the ultimate guide to resolving those chargebacks.
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Moving During the COVID-19 Crisis: Tips for Renters

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - Moving is always stressful. Now, with restrictions due to the coronavirus pandemic, it’s become something else entirely. While many may attempt to reschedule their moves until the status quo returns, some can’t delay the process. They may have to relocate for work or to take care of family members. Others signed a new lease before […]
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Landlord and Renter Rights After a Wildfire

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - The article was first published Nov 10, 2017 and has been updated on 09/30/2020 with expanded information on current events and resources.  The fires ongoing on the West Coast have left communities, families, and individuals devastated as they deal with the tragic aftermath.   Between extreme weather and arsons, over 70 active wildfires raged along the […]
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How to Budget Using Zero-Based Budgeting

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - Budgeting is not an easy thing. Like most people, you want to make managing money an afterthought. You know the amount of money you have, and it can be spent. Making budgets takes time, thinking, and even cutting things you ... Read More

VTSAX vs FZROX, who is the best?

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - VTSAX is one of my favorite funds. It is simple, easy, and it has low expenses. This index fund tracks the Total Stock Market, and it is efficient. As everyone knows, new products come out all the time. Fidelity released ... Read More

A Guide For The Chase Ultimate Rewards Program

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - Chase Ultimate Rewards points are among the best points and credit card currency out there. The Ultimate Rewards program provides you with so much flexibility to book flights through their travel portal, transfer points to travel partners, or even use ... Read More

Reddit Personal Finance: The 10 Best Personal Finance Threads

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - If you're not already using Reddit to get insights into the world of personal finance, you're missing out. Reddit Personal Finance is one of the most popular destinations for sharing, discussing, and asking questions about personal finance issues.  This blog post will give you ... Read More

Sales Tax Changes in Your State for Property Management Software

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - New US sales tax regulations have recently been introduced requiring Rentec Direct to collect sales tax from clients who do business in a state that requires you to pay sales tax. Rentec Direct will be including applicable state sales tax to your invoice for products you purchase from Rentec Direct such as property management software […]
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4 Ways to Calculate Prorated Rent

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - New landlords and property managers often find prorating rent challenging. Prorating rent doesn’t have to be a daunting task if you understand the formulas. Both new and seasoned professionals can benefit from the property management and real estate calculation tools and resources provided.  Prorated Rent Defined A first-time tenant might ask a landlord what is […]
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Webinar Recap: Property Owners in Rentec PM

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - Access the webinar recording here: Property Owners in Rentec PM Do you manage properties for property owners? Rentec Direct wants to make your tasks a breeze with tools to help you manage and communicate better with your property owners. Rentec Direct recently hosted a webinar for clients to review the ins-and-outs of your software’s features […]
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Do I Have to Pay Rent: COVID-19 Rent Questions Answered

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - Property managers and landlords are nearing the first, first of the month since the nationwide stay at home recommendations from the CDC and national government. Many statewide and local governments are also issuing similar orders to their residents.  For many, these stay at home requirements mean a loss of income as employees and independent contractors […]
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Rentec Direct Publishes Rental Trends Report for October 2020

Posted By loculogic on Property

https://www.rentecdirect.com - Full Press Release Available on PRWEB Rentec Direct Publishes New Report Revealing the Impact of COVID-19 on Rent Payments Property management software company releases October 2020 data, the latest in a monthly study analyzing rental payment trends OCTOBER 14, 2020 GRANTS PASS, ORE. –Rentec Direct, the highest-rated property management software solution, has published a new rental […]
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How Much Money Should I Save Before Buying a House

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - Do you dream of owning a house someday? If so, you may be wondering how much money you'll need to save before buying one. The total amount, of course, varies greatly from person to person. The following discussion breaks down ... Read More

Top 5 Tips For School Shopping on a Budget

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https://thefrugalexpat.com - It's that time of year again. As August rolls around, parents, children, and teachers start thinking about school again. With school comes supplies and new clothes for the fall! Here are the five top tips for getting through this school ... Read More