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Update #1: Our Debt Freedom Plan

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It happened in 2006 and again in late 2012 to early 2013. Being self-employed, we need to have a cushion for business expenses in the event that something happens, such as a tough sales month or our furnace/AC breaks. Over our 14 years in business, we have had to rely on our savings a few times to help cover expenses during tough months.

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How Long Should You Keep Financial Documents

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Our personal bank has statements online all the way back to 2006. Bank Statements - One nice thing (among many) about the electronic age is that banks keep statements online up to a couple of years.

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Christmas Through the Years

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In 2006, our oldest daughter was 1. In 2005, we celebrated our first Christmas as parents. We waited 5 years for this little bundle and it was a wonderful Christmas. Our sweet boy, Toby was our first baby though. My guess is that Toby is looking at a treat that someone is holding to keep him sitting still.

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