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Castle Funds23%
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Monthly Maintenance27%
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Debt4%
Category Archives: Thoughts
Why So Castle?
I’ve not updated for a few weeks, because I have been on holiday, partially looking at other castles, partially taking so much needed downtime. Now that I’m finally getting back into work and life, I am hoping to get plenty … Continue reading
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All Roads Lead to Castles
Sorry, this is a little later than planned because I have been on the road with my tiny human, medium human and Bryan, as well as several other family members. It is time for the annual research trip combined with … Continue reading
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Show Me The Castle
One of the biggest elements of reaching a financial goal that’s larger than just putting a few hundred £ aside for a few months, is knowing how to make money with your money. Or save long term and not spend … Continue reading
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We Don’t Talk About Castle Club
So, today I’m going to do something that is considered very taboo in the UK and talk about actual financial stuff. Buying a big castle or property big enough for the number of people we want to help isn’t going … Continue reading
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A Kingdom For a Castle
One of the big ways I plan on paying for this castle and to help fund the running of the retreat, is essentially my own creativity. Just in case anyone reading this doesn’t know, I write novels. I’ve written quite … Continue reading
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Do You Have a Castle?
When I wrote my blog post on Monday and put it up on this very simple little website, I almost didn’t tell anyone I’d done it. I wrestled most of the day with a lot of my own fears and … Continue reading
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Do Writers Dream of Scottish Castles?
Short answer. Yes. Well, this one does. I’m sure some don’t. This wouldn’t be a very sensible blog if the answer were no though. Longer answer: That’s essentially what this blog is going to be about, and it’s complicated and … Continue reading
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Why A Castle, Cousin?
Why do I want a castle? What is this blog about? Who is Talia Beckett? And who does she think she is telling everyone about all this? I’m sure you have lots of questions and I will do my best … Continue reading
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