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Create a Get Debt-Free Plan

Posted on Jul 19, 2018

The ideal plan includes steps to become debt-free and milestones to reach along the way.

Get an accurate overview of your debt
Gather your financial documents and make a list of all your monthly payments, using a spreadsheet or notebook. Include the name of the creditor, interest rate, outstanding balance, and minimum monthly payment.

Decide which deb...

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Benefits of Reduced Debt

Posted on Jul 10, 2018

If you’ve set a goal to pay down your debt this year, you’re not alone. According to a recent study, more than half of Canadians have set a goal to pay off debt in 2018.* Strategically reducing or paying off debt benefits your finances tremendously, but can positively impact other areas of your life as well.

Reduce stress: Finances are a top source...

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The Gist: July 2018

Posted on Jul 05, 2018

“The Gist” is adapted from the REALTORS® Association of Edmonton Monthly MLS® Report and Press Release. Every month I summarize and post “the gist” of the MLS® data for Edmonton and area real estate activity.

The average*** single family detached price in the service area of the Edmonton Multiple Listing Service® was up 0.19% to $443,210.
The average...

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Organization Tips For Each Room of the House

Posted on Jun 25, 2018

Kitchen
The kitchen is the hub of the home, and it tends to collect the most clutter from other parts of the house. Start clearing one area of the kitchen at a time, beginning with storage spaces, including the pantry, cupboards, and drawers.
  • In the pantry: Throw away stale or expired items and donate canned goods that you know will go uneaten but ar...

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Declutter Your Living Spaces

Posted on Jun 12, 2018

The average person will spend a total of 3,680 hours, or 153 days of their life, searching for misplaced items.* Typically, the only time many of us think about decluttering our homes or spaces is when we’re getting ready to move. Whether you’re moving or just want to save time and space, this easy five-bin approach is a great way to start simplify...

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The Gist: June 2018

Posted on Jun 05, 2018

“The Gist” is adapted from the REALTORS® Association of Edmonton Monthly MLS® Report and Press Release. Every month I summarize and post “the gist” of the MLS® data for Edmonton and area real estate activity.

The average*** single family detached price in the service area of the Edmonton Multiple Listing Service® was up 3.08% to $442,348.
The average...

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