Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2011

You spring clean your home; why not spring clean your finances? Welcome in the beauty of the season with 5 Steps to Spring Cleaning Your Finances Review your 2011 Financial Goals. The Family Balance Sheet is a form that I created to help me communicate the state of our finances with my husband.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

Hello and welcome to the 316th Carnival of Personal Finance- Family Edition. Big Cajun Man from THE Canadian Personal Finance Site asks What is Your Financial Plan B? Ken from Spruce Up Your Finances asks Need A Down Payment For Your House? Bob from Christian Finances asks Is it time to go on a cash diet?

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Brick-and-mortar banks tend to work with businesses that have a strong financial profile. Lenders may set requirements for: Time in business Traditional banks may require one to two years of business under your belt to qualify. For the best interest rates, most banks will look for a score of 680 or higher.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 28, 2014

Millions of customers had their data stolen, including credit and debit information. My credit card information was vulnerable during the PlayStation Network breach of a few years ago. This is because I don’t want my bank account compromised. When the breach involves your bank account, though, the story is different.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Image Source/GettyImages; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate When you’re shopping for a mortgage , you have many options, from big banks to online lenders to local credit unions. Bank scores high for affordability due to offering many types of homebuying assistance and discounts for banking customers.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 1, 2016

Nationwide provided me with information regarding its In The Nation blog post. I referred to our home ownership binder to find the information and when I called the company they informed me that our hot water heater was still under a warranty and our only expense was the labor involved. All opinions are 100% mine. HVAC repair.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 7, 2014

Five years later, heavy regulatory costs on community banks and limited growth in traditional lending are driving borrowers online and investors couldn’t be happier with the returns available. If the loan is fully funded, the money is released to the borrower’s bank account and monthly payments are made directly to the website.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 28, 2013

You can have a fun, and usually inexpensive time helping them learn by showing them companies, factories and banks in action. Even though you take your kids to the grocery store or Walmart every week, using it as a learning ‘tour’ with a narrative designed and presented by you will open their wee little eyes to new information!

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Fashion Without Guilt

MARCH 14, 2011

I came across a very informative article from Christian Personal Finance. Christian Personal Finance listed their 10 FREE Online Resources that they use for their Online Business Productivity. Check out the article on Christian Personal Finance for the explanation of what each services offers. ING Direct Bank Account.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

You apply for a private student loan through a bank, credit union or online lender. Compare offers from multiple lenders including banks, credit unions, online companies and state-based lenders to find the lowest interest rate. You apply for a federal student loan by submitting the FAFSA. How do I choose a private college loan online?

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Key takeaways A personal loan is money you can borrow to finance large purchases, consolidate debt, invest in yourself or cover emergency expenses. Common reasons include paying off debt, financing a large purchase such as a vehicle or a boat, or covering the cost of a major expense like a wedding or a home renovation.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Image source: The Motley Fool Investing in stock sectors At a glance, the 11 GICS stock market sectors are: Energy Materials Industrials Utilities Healthcare Financials Consumer Discretionary Consumer Staples Information Technology Communication Services Real Estate 1. Information technology 9. Financials 6.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 31, 2012

Did you know a time when there weren’t cameras on every street corner and in every store, bank and business, clicking your picture and noting the time. (In Google dangles free goodies and tools for your use and collects and combines the profile information they ask you to enter in order to use those ‘free’ things.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 28, 2014

Seeing the numbers go up in my spreadsheets and bank accounts is enough for me, but maybe you would benefit from a more visual approach, or perhaps you can set mini goals and rewards along the way. Just like any hobby, it’s fun to learn new approaches, implement new techniques, and stay up to date on the latest news and information.

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Saving Cents With Sense

FEBRUARY 6, 2014

It’s another late night of trying to juggle the finances and balance the budget. This intuitive app, which links and pulls information directly from your bank accounts, also will categorize all of your expenses and generate budgets based on your spending habits. Toshl Finance. Use this app, which runs $3.99

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Check your credit score Your credit score will help you determine your financing options; lenders use it (among other factors) to set the terms and rates of your loan. Your bank or credit card company might offer free access to your score or credit report, too. Would renting for another year or two improve your financial standing?

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 16, 2017

I could talk all day about personal finance and money-saving strategies, but my husband, while very responsible with money, just doesn’t feel the same way. To keep the communication flowing, I created my very first Balance Sheet to give my husband a snapshot of our household and business finances. It was tricky at first.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Use this calculator to help you decide whether a personal loan is the right financing option for your plans. Your personal loan interest rate is based primarily on your credit profile and financial information. Information in this table applies only to lenders with maximum APRs below 36%. Enter your interest rate.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

The nation’s central bank attempts to guide the economy with the twin goals of encouraging job growth while keeping inflation under control. To see more personalized rates, you’ll need to provide some information about you and about the home you want to buy. What’s happening around the world will influence U.S.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 30, 2013

Financial contact numbers for banks, credit issuers, insurance companies, and others. If you can get to it, the right safe will protect the information from floods and fires, as well as other disasters. Credit card with an adequate limit. And, if it is easy to transport, you can take it with you if you have to leave.

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Saving With Shellie

JANUARY 5, 2011

If getting your finances in order is one of your resolutions this year, I’d like to encourage you to use Mint. One of the benefits to Mint is that when you set up your account, you can link your bank, credit card, loan and investment accounts. They use the same encryption security that all the banks use.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 6, 2012

Wayne presents Purpose of Budgeting posted at Young Family Finance , saying, “Are you left wondering why you should budget? History repeats and informs in market technologies. It’s modeled much like Michael Pollans Food Rules with many one-page rules that give short but useful tidbits of information.

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Koupon Karen

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Consider the implications of currency exchange rates on your finances. Investigate international banking options that can facilitate seamless transactions and simplify the management of your financial affairs across borders. Establish a realistic budget to guide your spending and savings.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Just like any other loan, you apply for refinancing, which includes a thorough check of your credit, income, employment history and finances. Check with your current mortgage servicer, as well as national banks, credit unions, online mortgage lenders and possibly a mortgage broker to compare refinance rates and terms.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

The link will give you all of the information you need to complete the sheet. I realized that we were spreading ourselves too thin and our finances were not as great as I thought they were. I’m sick of sending our hard earned money to the banks every month. 2 – Create your own Debt Freedom Plan. But I disagree.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 10, 2012

Failure to monitor your consumption expenditures means that they are flying blindly regarding their future finances. posted at Your Finances Simplified , saying, “One of the things that investment gurus always emphasize is to diversify, diversify and diversify. YFS presents What Is Asset Allocation and Why Is It Important?

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Saving With Shellie

JANUARY 5, 2012

One of the benefits to Mint is that when you set up your account, you can link your bank, credit card, loan and investment accounts. It only takes a few minutes and by doing this Mint can pull in your balances, purchases and stock trades and give you a complete picture of your finances. Mint.com is safe and secure.

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Saving With Shellie

JULY 23, 2014

Enter you flight information on Kayak and they will scour all the airline and travel sites to find you the very best deal. Open an account, add your bank, credit, loan and retirement accounts and Mint will automatically pull in and categorize your transactions. It’s safe, secure and easy to keep your personal finances organized.

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 25, 2013

For moms who want to simplify their cash flow management, Mint.com offers a simple, instant snapshot of your finances wherever you go. This free award-winning app offers up-to-date information on your account balances, budgeting and transactions so you can make better financial decisions.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Whether you need money to pay for an unexpected hospital bill, an emergency car repair or to finance some much-needed home renovations , knowing how to get a personal loan will help make the application process as smooth as possible. Run the numbers Before taking out a loan, decide exactly how much you need to borrow.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

So, whenever I banked my check at the end of the month, $600 automatically disappeared from my savings account. Take that information to your current provider and see if they are willing to match the other guys. Automate Your Savings Now that I had the baseline ($600 a month), the next step was to automate the process. Believe me!

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Nicoles Nickels

OCTOBER 25, 2011

It’s from American Express, a trusted name in finance and in my life especially. You can load money from your bank account or with cash by purchasing a MoneyPak and adding the funds that way. I know some people don’t like giving their bank account information and so the MoneyPak may be the better choice for them.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The lender looks beyond traditional borrower information like credit and income and reviews alternative data, like education and work history, to qualify borrowers. These lenders may consider information beyond your credit and income to qualify you, though those are still major factors in a loan decision. 1, 2023, through Nov.

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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. I pick up a lot of them at garage sales for 25 cents to a $1.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

To help readers understand how insurance affects their finances, we have licensed insurance professionals on staff who have spent a combined 47 years in the auto, home and life insurance industries. For more information, please see our Insurance Disclosure. Here’s an explanation of how we make money. Bankrate has answers.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 29, 2013

Another person may have “thin” credit – that means insufficient information has been reported and FICO is unable to assign a score. Rent payments must be uploaded by third-party service like RentalKharma (currently free), RentReporters ($10 per month) or WilliamPaid (free when you pay your rent from your bank account via the site).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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. Finance Fox : Reasons to Buy a Car in January – After the Holidays! Take a moment to watch them.

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