Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 10, 2014

Would you feel a weight lifted if you could pay off your high-rate consumer debt? In fact, if you identify your values, and use them to direct your finances, you are more likely to stick with a spending plan and feel better about your financial situation at the same time. Think about what brings satisfaction to your life. must be paid.

Budget 218

Budget Budgeting Work Making 218

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2017

She is the co-founder of the website, Little Light on a Hill , where she writes about faith, family, and finances. I love her passion for helping others along their debt free journey. Be sure to check out her website where she is offering a free finance workbook if you subscribe to her newsletter. How much debt did you pay off?

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Debt Debt Free Friends And Family Sale Budgeting 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 3, 2014

Let’s take a look at some of the ways self-deprecation might adversely influence your bank account. After realizing a financial mistake, like miscalculating a debt or failing to plan for a bill, and then beating yourself up on top of that financial stress, you’ll probably want to do something to make yourself feel better.

Emergency Fund 218

Emergency Fund Debt Bills Money 218

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

Each year I bring them together in my Grandma Rie’s Money Camp and focus on different aspects of personal finance, with saving being a focus in each camp. Both are now old enough to open a bank savings account. We could take on debt to grow using other people’s money. Back then I had a passbook.

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Money Saving Money Lowes Grandchildren 124

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 27, 2012

Like I state on my About page , I was in debt and living a life that didn’t satisfy me. Statistics show that nearly one in two Americans are in serious financial problems due to their debt levels. Also include an emergency fund and contributions to a retirement account, even if just small amounts at first.

Emergency Fund 212

Emergency Fund Credit Cards Budgeting Budget 212

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 6, 2016

Much of the information in it is basic personal finance guidance (with a biblical twist). With this, you pick a set dollar amount to invest each period, divide it in half and put half in your chosen investment, and the other half into a money market or bank account. My copy has a copyright date of 2008. It is called Value Averaging.

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401K Money Emergency Fund Goals 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 28, 2014

Many families are toeing the line of slipping into debt, if they aren’t already over their heads. With just one emergency such as a car breaking down or, in the US, a medical bill, many could be in a very precarious position. As the time passed, I was able to figure out ways to save more money and stay on top of my finances.

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Building Emergency Fund Money Savings Account 225

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Jumbo loans: As low as 5%-10% down payment (varies) Jumbo loans are home loans that fall outside of the Federal Housing Finance Agency’s conforming loan limits. In other words, it’s the extent to which your home is an asset rather than a debt. More equity in your home right away. More equity means more wealth.

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Insurance Home Refinancing Money 52

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 8, 2018

Do you look at your bank account and wonder, “where did all the money go?” I came up with strategies to help us pay for yearly bills, large expenses, and we were able to pay off debts. Use old receipts, bank statements to get an idea of how much you must spend. Do you feel like you have more month than money?

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Budget Budgeting Financial Goals Goals 133