Tag Archives: mortgage

A Jeep Dancing And Credit

Posted on July 15, 2021 by Tom Trimbath

Pardon me as I crack open a beer, because this story starts out like a country song. Don’t worry, no dogs die. A credit card did. Along the way there is a troublesome truck, dancing, and some impressive efforts from … Continue reading →

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Help With Social Security

Posted on November 20, 2020 by Tom Trimbath

This week I started signing up for Social Security. The benefits are better and not as great as I expected. The process is easier and harder than I expected. I’m not done yet; and I’m sad and glad to be … Continue reading →

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What Has Not Changed

Posted on November 6, 2020 by Tom Trimbath

OK, peoples. I purposely took four days off from work, largely for medical reasons (busy, busy); purposely did so over Election Day because I already voted so there was nothing I could do about the outcome; didn’t really get any … Continue reading →

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Taxes And Pay

Posted on February 16, 2020 by Tom Trimbath

Death and taxes, something we all have in common – or not. Technology is working on redefining death’s schedule. More about that some other post. Taxes, well, all for one and one for all doesn’t apply as we’ve seen billion … Continue reading →

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Tea And Frugality

Posted on January 23, 2020 by Tom Trimbath

Sitting beside me, and somewhat inside me, is a cup of Formosa Oolong, a tea with a name that would cause a controversy if mentioned in the wrong place at the wrong time. Here, it is welcome, which isn’t a … Continue reading →

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Health Insurance Confusion 2019-2020-

Posted on January 18, 2020 by Tom Trimbath

Neglecting to click one button leads me to a health insurance bill of over $1,200, and there wasn’t even a doctor’s visit or prescription or consultation involved. I called my health insurance company to clear up a lost $90 payment, … Continue reading →

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Yet Another Mortgage Story

Posted on December 12, 2019 by Tom Trimbath

I think this makes seven or eight, but without driving home and diving into decades-old statements I can only estimate that my little house, my home, has had over a half-dozen mortgage companies/servicers in just under thirteen years. About every … Continue reading →

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My Mortgage Modification – Five Years Later

Posted on June 13, 2019 by Tom Trimbath

Almost five years ago I reached a major milestone. “The short story: I get to keep my house, and here’s how it happened.” – My Mortgage Modification Chronology This month I have progress to report. What? You thought that was … Continue reading →

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Recovery – Paying Off The Credit Card

Posted on January 22, 2019 by Tom Trimbath

I’ve been looking forward to getting this bill in the mail. Finally, my credit card balance is paid off – almost. I’ll start this blog by finishing a cup of black tea that’s a leftover from today’s work, and switch … Continue reading →

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Economics Recessions Elections And Prognostications

Posted on October 16, 2018 by Tom Trimbath

So, what do you think will happen next? There’s only one word in that question with more than one syllable. Such simple words are signs of ancient origins. We’ve probably always asked that question. The world is weirder and changing … Continue reading →

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