Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 9, 2021

We also didn’t feel comfortable with Dave’s suggestion of a $1000 starter emergency fund, which is his step #1. The point of the starter emergency fund is to get you through until you pay off your non-mortgage debts, at which point, you build a more extensive fund. Start college funds for our two girls.

Debt 130

Debt Emergency Fund 2019 Debt Free 130

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 30, 2015

A few years ago, we were struggling financially and I felt like our situation was hopeless. At the time, I wasn’t sure how we were going to pay our monthly bills, so future plans like funding our retirement , our daughters’ college education, or a lavish vacation were not on my mind. Start saving for college.

Financial Goals 100

Financial Goals Debt Goals Emergency Fund 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 17, 2018

Did you make 2018 financial goals ? My husband and I discussed some ideas over our holiday break and we decided on 2 solid must-achieve financial goals for the year. If we complete them early, we’ll move on to 2 additional goals that are on our radar. Save a starter Home Emergency Fund.

Financial Goals 113

Financial Goals Goals 2018 Debt 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 28, 2014

Not long after college, a friend of mine gave me a list of recommended books. Those books, Kiyosaki’s Rich Dad, Poor Dad , Ecker’s The Millionaire Mind , Orman’s Money Book for the Young, Fabulous, and Broke , among others, became the catalyst for a brand new personal hobby… money. I started counting it, tracking it, and trying to grow it.

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Hobby Money Making Goals 189

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

We paid for braces, college tuition for my son, and did fun stuff like traveling while we were paying off debt. I needed to count on myself and support my son, and that meant getting my financial life in order, starting with building an emergency fund for the first time. Building an emergency fund also helps enormously.

Debt 236

Debt Debt Free Pay Off Debt Financial Goals 236

Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

Whether you are looking to save extra money for your emergency fund and potential unexpected expense, a new kitchen, or your kids’ college tuition—you name it—you will require self-discipline and a plan to reach any financial goal. It’s an actual need.

Saving Money 52

Saving Money Money Saving Credit Cards 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

They are also there working with you to help you reach your goals; even those financial goals. Sean Smarty from Grow Money talks about How to Invest During College. Money Thinker from Money Thinking asks Is Going to College Still Worth It? Families are our rock, our support system, and our fans.

Personal Finance 240

Personal Finance Finance Family Debt 240

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2011

The College Investor: Top Five College Myths – Dispelled! – A look at some of the biggest myths about college, and why they are not true! Money Talks Coaching: Finding Your Emergency Fund – I hear you saying “I know emergency funds are important, but how am I supposed to save money when I can’t even pay my bills?”

November 188

November 2011 Personal Finance Finance 188

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2017

emergency fund, so we started throwing what little extra we had straight. What are your financial goals now? First, we will save our six-month emergency fund. savings for college for our girls. Did you follow a particular debt freedom plan or book, such as Dave. Ramsey or Debt-Proof Living?

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Friends And Family Sale Budgeting 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

What are your financial goals now? Right now, the main goal is to finish saving up all the money my husband needs to finish school, which should be done later this year. The next goals in line would be to build up a 3 month emergency fund and save enough money to replace my car.

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free College Finds 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 10, 2017

Build up our Emergency Funds to 3-6 months of expenses. Start college funds for both girls. What are your financial goals for 2017 and beyond? Let us know in the comments and if you don’t know or haven’t thought about it yet, spend some time THIS week developing your goals.

Debt 100

Debt 2017 Student 2016 100

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 27, 2015

Ryan is a high school math teacher and also officiates college basketball (November thru March). We skipped Baby Step #5 (college funding) because we didn’t have kids at the time. We purposefully waited to have kids (4 years) until we felt financially sound. What are your financial goals now?

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Pay Off Debt Finds 100