Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 2, 2013

According to a recent survey, Americans were planning to spend on average $854 on Christmas gifts in 2012. Unless it's paid with cash, that is one hefty credit card bill come January. According to the Washington Post and a CreditDonkey survey , "a shopper who charges about $700 on a credit card with a 13 percent interest.

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2013 Christmas Club January 113

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 4, 2014

With tuition payments and debt payments we spent about $60,395 between January 2012 and March 2014 when we became completely debt free with two bachelor’s and two master’s degrees between us. The other thing we did was switch our cell phone bill. What inspired you to get debt free? Was there a particular event?

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Debt Free Debt Goals Student 243

Saving Everyday

JULY 13, 2012

Here we go… Disney Trip 2012 – Total Savings Goal = $2555.35. I started a $25/week “vacation fund” the first week of January. Surveys $180.50 . I have really slacked on surveys. Right before our trip, I take it all to the bank and get large bills. 5-Night Package with Dining = $1585.35.

Disney 83

Disney Hotel Goals Money 83

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

The College Investor: Start Automatic Investing in 2012 – How you can automate your investing in 2012 the easy way. Some of the most oft repeated tips are how to reduce your energy bill. Finance Fox : Reasons to Buy a Car in January – After the Holidays! At the start of 2012 our net worth is $246,756.54!

Credit Cards 220

Credit Cards Credit Finance Personal Finance 220