Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 19, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Anna. She is on a mission to help others become debt free. Aaron’s day-job is as a photo stylist for a national sports gear company. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? What inspired you to get debt free? If married, who initiated the debt free goal?

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 22, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Deacon. I own two different business, Phoenix SEO Company which helps businesses get on the first page of Google and Well Kept Wallet which is a Financial Education company. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? We paid off $52,000 in consumer debt.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 17, 2014

We’ll talk about cash flow, budgets, debts, and all of the nitty gritty of our finances that might not be fun to talk about, but are so important to discuss. For years, my husband and I didn’t consider OUR debts to be wrong. To us, debt was a necessary evil. Today’s assignment: Create a Plan to Eliminate Your Debt.

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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. Working to improve your credit score and reduce your debt-to-income ratio before applying can help get you the best loan terms.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Key takeaways A home equity loan allows you to borrow a lump sum against your home’s equity, usually at a fixed interest rate that’s lower than other forms of consumer debt. While high compared to their average of six percent in 2022, that’s significantly lower than other forms of consumer debt. What is a home equity loan?

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 20, 2016

Credit Card Rules You Should Live By. Ah, the credit card. That magical card of freedom. You may have gotten your first card in college, before you had any salary at all but just in time for that upcoming spring break trip: clothes, gas money, hotel…and then, one month later… BOOM! Just say no.

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 21, 2015

10 Ways to Recover From Christmas Debt. The following tips are meant to help you recover without becoming overwhelmed by your Christmas debt. #1: 1: Accept the Debt. . #1: 1: Accept the Debt. But, do you seriously think there is going to be a time when your Christmas debt is going to seem smaller? 2: Focus on It.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 6, 2011

Are you currently in debt? Like many of us who have previously been in debt, I know how difficult financial management can be. Many of us have never been taught the basics as a child and once we reach adulthood, we find ourselves making poor financial decisions that take us down the road of debt. See where you can make cutbacks.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 18, 2019

Here are some situations that could warrant the need for quick funding: Debts Must Be Settled: For those that care about their credit score, paying off a debt means making sure that each monthly payment is made on time, and in full. Failing to do so could be detrimental to that squeaky-clean credit! Credit Cards.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 9, 2013

They didn’t use credit (I’m not even sure they ever had a mortgage!) until late in life and then only credit cards. They paid off the card balance each month and bragged about using the credit card company ‘s money for free for a month. They had low paying jobs and huge debt loads.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

You can get a personal loan from a bank, credit union or online lender.Personal loan amounts are from $1,000 to $100,000, and they’re typically repaid over a term of two to seven years. To qualify you, lenders look at factors including your credit score, credit report and debt-to-income ratio. 1, 2023, through Nov.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 7, 2014

(Photo credit: Wikipedia). The largest loan company, Lending Club, is getting ready to issue stock on the New York Stock Exchange and the media are already all over the story. Borrowers with very good credit can get an APR as low as 6.7% In the past, most loans (80%) have been for debt consolidation.

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Koupon Karen

JANUARY 15, 2024

Spanning across various industries, these companies are unique in their approach to decision making, often balancing family concerns with business needs. The Need For Business Loans Like all businesses, family-owned companies may require additional funding. Overborrowing: Borrowing more than what is needed can lead to unnecessary debt.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 1, 2013

I was an expert at this; I spent every dollar I earned and juggled multiple credit cards to pay bills and buy whatever I thought I had the money for. Of course, by using credit cards for purchases and bills, I was spending money I didn’t have and probably wouldn’t have any time soon. Minimum Payments On Credit Cards.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

How a HELOC works A HELOC works similarly to a credit card: you’re able to borrow up to a certain limit as needed, rather than taking out a lump sum all at once. Unlike a credit card, however, you shouldn’t use a HELOC to pay for everyday expenses.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Shannon. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? As many students do these days, we had tens of thousands of dollars of debt by the time we graduated with our Masters degrees. At the point when we finally got serious about paying off our debt we had $22,047 left.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Prior to 2020, we spent years aggressively paying off six figures of non-mortgage debts , so saving for college was sporadic deposits into a regulard savings account and basically on the back burner. You can apply for the card through your Upromise account. These percentages change often, depending on the promotion.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 16, 2012

Third World Debt Is there a commitment to helping third world countries tackle their debt crises? Arms Banks may choose to not be involved in lending directly to companies involved in the arms trade or who are involved in supplying arms to regimes but this does not necessarily mean that they have no involvement in the arms trade.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Learn more about private student loans Find the best student loan companies for: Loans for students How do private student loans and federal student loans differ? You apply for a private student loan through a bank, credit union or online lender. You apply for a federal student loan by submitting the FAFSA.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Top balance transfer credit cards BankAmericard® credit card: 0% Intro APR for 18 billing cycles for purchases, and for any balance transfers made in the first 60 days of opening your account. Read our review of the BankAmericard® credit card. But most people can’t go wrong with these award-winners.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

The first few years after graduating, I racked up a large credit card debt and bought a new SUV that cost approximately the same as my annual salary. At the time, I thought my income would quickly increase and everything would be easy to pay off, but I spent the second half of my twenties paying off that debt.

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Coupons Do Work

OCTOBER 3, 2016

Since I do not use a credit card anymore (and read recently that banks are in debt due to too much credit cards out there), why not start saving now, with these easy tips : Want more frugal tips/ articles/ DIY stuff? Christmas is around the corner — uh-oh! that means, money! TryMyUI Sign- UP.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 31, 2014

If you are rock steady on the path to paying down your debts, pay more. When you were a college student, you may have learned a painful lesson about credit. Credit card offerings to college students used to be ubiquitous. Don’t bail your college student out of credit card debt. Free money!

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 26, 2014

Creating a short-term budget and long-term financial plan can not only help you get out of debt once and for all, but they can also guide you to economic independence and prosperity. Most people want to get out of debt, while others want to save for their children’s college educations or a new home.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 17, 2012

I managed to rack up over $20,000 of credit card and personal debt by the time I was 23 and this affected my ability to keeo my first house. I reached the conclusion that budgets weren’t for me and continued spending money I didn’t have, courtesy of several credit card companies. Well, actually, no!

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 11, 2016

Work for the same company for 35+ years. We charted out our course of action to pay off debts and start saving for retirement. It’s taking forever for us to accomplish the step we’re on (paying off our non-mortgage debt), but we keep plugging away. I envy their position, but that gets me nowhere! Go to school.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 22, 2012

Because so many people are living on incomes that cannot support their spending habits; living on borrowed money, moving money from account to account, buying, spending, hiding the bills, and eventually the ‘dog of debt’ will catch up to you and bite you right in your credit report. Companies downsize. Empty-nesters downsize.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

We could take on debt to grow using other people’s money. Getting a business loan to start and grow a company might also yield huge long tern financial results. However, taking on debt without the current ability to repay it can result in loss of down payment and years of debt interest payments.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2011

It is a one page, visual reminder of our assets (checking, savings and retirement accounts), our liabilities (our debts) and our financial goals. Check your credit report for errors or unauthorized activity. You are entitled to a FREE copy of your credit report. You can get a credit report from each of them one time a year.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 17, 2017

Knowing someone in the company or field is your best bet to landing a position. High school grads today have seen parents using credit cards (or maybe even their cell phones) to charge everything from gas to groceries to online purchases. Yes, if you have a job or a co-signer you probably can get a credit card.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 10, 2012

’ Financial Planning Ashley presents Should I Get Married with Debt? Companies Exploit International Workers – Lack of Fair Wages posted at Provident Plan , saying, “Learn more about Infosys and why U.S. companies should not treat workers this way. PPlan presents U.S. Readon for some great bonuses.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 18, 2011

Number 8 : Glen at Free From Broke tells us what a credit card number is. Ever wonder if a credit card number has a rhyme or reason? Number 6 : Amanda at My Dollar Plan gives us a list of companies that will pay you to reuse items that you already own. I think more companies should jump on this initiative.

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For the Mommas

JULY 27, 2016

Many companies have new Mom or new parent offers you can sign up for even before the little one arrives. Eliminate debt. Credit card debt and high-interest loans are costing you money that you could use in the long-run. Prepare to live on one income by paying down, or paying off, these debts.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 17, 2015

According to the article, 54% picked “having the ability to keep up with expenses and hold a steady job while not falling behind or taking on too much debt” There’s that ‘work ethic’ – one of our ‘middle-class’ values. Maybe that is why our credit card bills are so high!

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Family Balance Sheet

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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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 6, 2012

Teacher Man presents Why Credit Cards Are Dangerous For Students posted at My University Money , saying, “I am on the record as having said that I believe students should sign up for credit cards. One of those prepaid debit card companies apparently sent him a debit card that he never remembered applying for.

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