#SaveBIG: Serious error on credit report dragging score down? Dispute via snail mail not phone/online for best results.

Debt collectors calling during these tough times? To stop them, just write a letter asking them not to anymore. By law, they must obey. #It'sTheLaw

#SavvyConsumer: Carpet cleaning cos that claim "3 rooms for $29" or whatever don't mean it. That's their in. Then they upsell you.

Mortgage prepayment is 1 of the rare strategies that can save u 6 figures! Even sending $25 extra/month is mind-blowing thx to reverse compounding!

#SavvyConsumer: Why would anyone lease a car? After 3 years you have spent tons of $ and have NOTHING to show for it. No trade in...ick!

Somber advice: Best not to buy 1 of the last plots at a cemetery, because when the $ stops coming in, it may not be maintained.

#SaveBIG: Did u know there is a "health bureau" that keeps records on you like a credit bureau? Insurance stuff. See mib.com.

#SaveBIG: Buy a 3-year-old used car & u will get a 45% "discount" Ex: 3-year-old Lexus = same price as new Taurus.

#SavvyConsumer: Landlord hasn't made repairs? Check local regs before withholding rent. Not all allow it.

My consumer motto is simple but powerful: "Be the hunter, not the hunted." i.e...Do business w/companies you seek out, NOT those that come after you.

#DangerAlert for all you Covid DIYers: Did you know Linseed Oil Can Self-Combust? No joke...

#SaveBIG: Only pay points for a lower mortgage rate IF rates are high, you plan to keep loan a long time, & you have the $! Not much reason right now...

#SavvyConsumer:Never buy a car w/o leaving the dealership once. They'll call you soon w/a lower price.

#SavvyConsumer: If you have decent but imperfect credit, try getting a mortgage at a credit union. They're more forgiving...

#SaveBIG: Buying a used car from individual is more time consuming but the avg savings =10-15%. $3,750 on a 25k car.

#SaveBIG: Never choose a mortgage lender based interest rate alone. You MUST consider the closing fees they charge, too.

Broken appliances or electronics? If repair cost is more than 50% of cost to replace, scrap it & buy new.

Huge thanks to Angela Lenihan of Wolftrap Facility Rentals where we held Beth Parker's moving memorial celebration Saturday and where YOU should hold your wedding or corporate event. [email protected]

Hey @KenCen, when there's major weather (for wimpy DC!), it would help if you post here that shows are ON... so we can make plans. Thx!

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