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JULY 11, 2013

Take a peak and see what I read this week: Good Reads From The Blogosphere: Jen from Money Rebound writes about Realistic Ways to Slash Your Student Loan Debt – Such a timely post considering the recent rate changes for federal student loans in the United States! Do you know how to protect yourself if debt collectors are harassing you?

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JANUARY 2, 2014

Here are some great articles from this week. If so, don’t miss Lisa’s post about how to Use Your Personal Network to Save Major $$$ on Your Wedding at Lisa Vs. If so, follow these 3 Basic Rules from Bob at Dwindling Debt. Christmas and New Years with friends and family went well though. How about you guys? over at Gajizmo.

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JUNE 6, 2013

My friend Jackie over at The Debt Myth has created a Pay Off Debt App which I think is very cool. She has lived the journey of being sunken in debt and then freeing herself and now she is trying to help others do the same with her new app. It really makes me happy. This week I wanted to share a giveaway with you.

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DECEMBER 19, 2013

Here are some great articles from this week. If so, bookmark SFB’s post about How to Set Yourself Up To Be a Financial Success When Starting the First Job at Simple Finance Blog. JP from My Family Finances shares his ideas about Why Paying Down Debt Is Better Than Investing In The Stock Market. How about you all?

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JANUARY 10, 2013

If you’re currently balancing your debt payoff and savings efforts, Canadian Budget Binder highlights the reason why it’s important to get out of debt first before saving. Are you a current student or someone who’s currently paying off student loan debt? Having a hard time keeping your resolutions? As December.

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MAY 16, 2012

I cannot believe I started this blog just over two years ago. While many personal finance sites focus on things such as getting out of debt, saving for retirement, and investing, what really matters to me the most is how we can live healthy prosperous lives. I am still in shock. You have made the last two years unforgettable.

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APRIL 25, 2013

over at Simple Finance Blog. Do you have debt on your mind? CAPI at Creating a Passive Income shares how you can Get Out Of Debt Using Passive Income. KK at Student Debt Survivor wrote about how her grandfather is truly the “grandfather” of frugal and shares her Financial Lessons Learned From My 80-Year-Old Grandfather.

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JULY 4, 2011

Philip from Deliver Away Debt shares his story: How I Delivered Away My Debt. mbhunter from Mighty Bargain Hunter asks Are you contributing to this debt clock? and says, “The big debt clock is over $14 trillion now, but this other one is approaching $1 trillion, and may affect you more directly.&#. How about you?

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OCTOBER 15, 2011

This was the first opportunity to highlight articles from the newly formed Yakezie network. Tax Rebate Blog: How Much Can you Earn Before Paying Tax in 2011 Tax allowances and brackets change each year. Good Financial Cents: What to Watch For With Debt Settlement Companies Considering using a debt settlement company?

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JANUARY 17, 2013

And then there is the blog. Student Debt Survivor recently had a milestone birthday. If you are new to PET or haven’t gotten a chance to read all the articles in the past, here are few archives you might enjoy. Managing Debt Is A Marathon Not A Sprint. There is always next weekend I guess. How to volunteer more.

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OCTOBER 21, 2012

Each clip corresponds with one of the blog posts included this week. I hope you enjoy them and the great articles they support. Kristen from My Dollar Plan reminds us Why You Should Tell Your Family About Your Debt. Peter from Bible Money Matters shares 10 Tips to Save Money on Your Christmas Shopping and Avoid Going Into Debt.

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MAY 10, 2012

. ” Dr Dean presents iPads And Tablets: Ten Ways To Keep ‘Em Safe While Traveling posted at The Millionaire Nurse Blog , saying, “iPad’s size and weight make them great for traveling Read all about how to help keep yours from the black hole that is ‘ airline lost and found.’

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JULY 9, 2015

It’s no secret, I am fascinated, encouraged, and border-line obsessed with debt freedom. The idea of becoming debt free makes me downright giddy. So I love to hear the success stories of others who have found debt freedom. What did they specifically do to become debt free? 10 Smart Ways to Become Debt Free.

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MARCH 14, 2011

Kim McGrigg presents Small ways to save big on major purchases – Money Management posted at Blogging for Change. posted at Dr. Dean’s TheMillionaireNurse.com Blog. Submit your blog article using the carnival submission form. And one of the best ways to do it is to use a 529 plan.&#.

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APRIL 6, 2012

posted at Skilled Investor Blog , saying, ” If investment mutual fund managers were truly skilled at beating the market, then you would expect mutual fund manager performance prowess to persist over time. ” Managing Debt. Jeremy Waller presents Do You Have What It Takes To Be Debt Free And Financially Successful?

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FEBRUARY 18, 2011

This must be a hot topic lately because I have read numerous articles about it. Sustainable Life Blog shares with us tips on how to repair our credit. We have more stable careers, we have no debt (other than our mortgage), and we own a home. Reducing Debt. I think I would have to agree, no debt is good debt.

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JUNE 2, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Richard of Frugality Magazine , where he shares frugal living tips for financial freedom. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? In total I estimate I paid off round $40,000 worth of debt, though depressingly a fair chunk of that was just interest.

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MARCH 21, 2011

If you are looking to get your finances organized, you don’t want to miss this giveaway from Dave Ramsey, who has helped millions of people get out of debt and start saving. And don’t forget to enter this giveaways on these blogs as well: Balancing Beauty and Bedlam. Please make sure you leave a comment for each entry ! Bargain Briana.

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MAY 21, 2012

Chances are, it may take you to a blog or website that provides plenty of money-saving advice for the exact things you’re looking for. Once in the store, I make sure to find discounted or cheaper alternatives to what I’ve pinned–you’d be amazed how many variations of the same type of article of clothing are available!

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MARCH 10, 2011

This article stood in my mind because I recently got in my car to drive it and realized how dirty it is. Reducing Debt. Eventually you will have to pay off your debt and if you have let it get out of control, you are going to be in for a real surprise. Well Heeled Blog - H&R Block Tax Codes. Going Green.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2011

Read this article to better understand what goes on at your place of employment. Punch Debt in the Face tells us why no spend challenges are for wussies. Reducing Debt. Live Real, Now shares 5 strategies we can use to prevent debt burnout. I mean come on, reducing debt can be stressful and take a real toll sometimes.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2011

The Canadian Personal Finance Blog shares with us 10 lists he hopes none of us follow when it comes to our money management. Frugal Dad reminds us that the war on debt starts at home and until we make changes there, we are never going to win the battle. I have to chuckle about the irony of this blog’s name and the topic.

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MAY 8, 2011

Read Kay’s article to find some alternate routes. I did this yeas ago when I was in debt and it made paying off the debt a reality. Tax Debt Help presents Savers Tax Credit: Get Rewarded for Retirement. She was still struggling with college credit card debt. Ramsay presents Borrowing From Your 401k.

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For the Mommas

MAY 22, 2012

Today I’m participating in the Ultimate Blog Swap. The term “sinking fund” was originally a business term used to designate a savings account where a corporation holds funds for the repayment of a debt in order to improve their liquidity. There are dozens of ways to earn money from home – from online surveys to starting a blog.

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 11, 2011

I see it on frugal blogs all the time. “I I save it until the end of every month and apply it to our debt. Shelly is a full-time fourth grade teacher and blogs at Coupon Teacher. So you can save money at the store. but the question is what are you doing with that savings. I spent $3.02 and saved over $30!”. Spending $3.03

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MAY 27, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Olivia. She blogs about living a fabuLESS life at Snyders Tell All. I also blog at Snyders Tell All. We are both planners and despise wasting money on debt/interest, which is what led us to pay off our mortgage as soon as we could! How much debt did you pay off?

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JANUARY 14, 2012

After that, while you all primed and interested in personal finance, continue and read the awesome articles that were written across the web this week regarding personal finance and enhancing your lifestyle. My Multiple Incomes: Blogging and Freedom of Speech – A look at where your freedom of speech ends when you blog.

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DECEMBER 9, 2012

This month, I have teamed up with a group of amazing blogging friends to give you a chance to win one, saving you having to spend a single penny. See Debt Run. This article was written by Denise. How better to finish off Christmas than by winning an iPad 3. I mean, who doesn’t want this handy little device?! Outlier Model.

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JUNE 14, 2012

No Biggie, As Long as You’ve Got Your Phone posted at Wallet Blog , saying, “Like the idea of using your smartphone for everything, but would rather use cash than make contactless payments and lose track of your budget? If I failed to come through on my repayment of that loan, he could have been saddled with the debt.

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MARCH 7, 2013

I will have a great line up of articles for you as always, so there will be plenty of conversations and discussions to participate in during my absence. Do you ever suffer from debt envy? Do you imitate these habits of the rich that Freedom Thirty Five Blog has listed? They say that imitation is the best form of flattery.

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MARCH 3, 2011

Each week I am going to pick an “editor’s pick&# , one article for each category and explain why the article stuck with me. We are on a saving path, one that has us debt free and retiring early. This article made me sit and think about my life and my frugality. Reducing Debt. Managing Money.

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JANUARY 21, 2011

Great article. Reducing Debt. If you do get a raise, put it towards your debt so you can be one step closer to financial freedom. Deliver Away Debt shares with us tips on how we can stay out of debt in 2011. Canadian Finance Blog asks whether we work to live or live to work ? Sounds like a great goal to me.

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AUGUST 24, 2015

I could be using that time to obtain additional renters for our nightly rental program or writing posts for blogs like this one. In Forbes article Are You a Sucker for Cash Back Credit Card Offers? As article How Is Cashback Profitable For Credit Card Companies? The terms can change. Rewards may disappear.

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MAY 30, 2011

Outside of my blogging life, I work full time as a magazine editor/designer for a large national company and I also teach part-time at a local University. I don’t allow myself to have credit card debt, so I have to have the cash to back up all my purchases. I’ll be expanding more on this concept in upcoming articles.

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JANUARY 10, 2012

The debt of gratitude that I feel for all of you, most of whom I will never meet, is indescribable. In my blogging life ~. My daughter will continue her Disney Articles. Because of this site, and the unwavering support of my readers, I was able to pick up my life in Kentucky and go to Florida to be with my Dad. Take Sunday off.

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