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Bloggers: Amon and Christina Browning
About the blog: This couple started out in San Francisco with full-time jobs, but gradually turned their incomes into an early retirement nest egg through real estate and investing. They do a great job of explaining their process, and breaking down the steps they took. Their advice for anyone else wanting to pursue FIRE is candidly laid out in their blog.
The Brownings met their goal in 2019 and both left their full-time work. Their family now lives in Portugal.
Why it stands out from the rest: The Brownings blog is loaded with advice that s easy to follow, and they re a great resource for anyone who s interested in learning about real estate, from house hacking to rentals. They also run a prolific YouTube channel for those who would rather watch than read.
Buying a home in Missouri
According to Zillow, the typical home value in Missouri is lower than the typical value of $272,446 across the US. The typical home value in Missouri is $183,031, and home values have increased 9.8% over the past year.
Missouri first-time homebuyer programs
Down payment assistance: The Community Action Agency of St. Louis County gives down payment assistance loans of $3,000 to $5,000, depending on where you live.
Cash Assistance Loan: You may receive up to 4% of your mortgage amount toward a down payment from the Missouri Housing Development Commission. The government will forgive your loan if you stay in the home for 10 years, with decreasing payments starting after five years.
Review: Is the Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express the best credit card for you?
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Sleep awareness week runs from March 14 through March 20.
We ve gathered all our guides on how to get a great night s sleep in one place from the best mattresses to the best pajamas.
We ve also arranged some exclusive discounts for Insider Reviews readers on our favorite bedding brands.
We re big on sleep at Insider Reviews. Over the years we ve tested hundreds of products aimed at helping you get the best sleep possible: from mattresses to melatonin, and everything in between. Through expert interviews and hands-on testing, we ve learned three key facts about sleep:
Sleep is really important for your mental and physical health.