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Meet Amanda & Daniel. They Paid Off $68,000 in Debt in 8 Months.

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We sold extra items that we weren’t using through Craigslist and garage sales. Family and friends may think you are crazy for paying off your debt. Thank you, Amanda & Daniel, for being so honest with your debt free story. What are the top 3 – 5 ways you found money to put towards debt. Paying off debt can be done!

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Sell Your Gold Jewelry for Cash | 31 Days to Find $1000

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I noticed that the reporter was holding a copy of the ad in her hands and the first thing that came to my mind was, “Thank goodness I showered and put a little make-up on this morning”, LOL!! I could have tried to sell the unbroken pieces online, on eBay or Craigslist, but this was definitely instant gratification.

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Find out how Jessica & Her Husband Paid off $175,000 of Debt

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We saved any that we could from my husbands checks, we sold things from around the house on craigslist and ultimately we started taking everything we earned from our photography business which was a normal part of income for us and used it all on debt. Thank you, Jessica, for sharing your family’s story. Which we love!

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Realistic Ways to Save Money Each Month

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Buying generic will not only save you money, but you may even find new (and more affordable) products that you love! Clothing and furniture are just a couple of the things you can buy on the Facebook marketplace , Craigslist , and OfferUp. I’m being honest, I was always thankful that my kids had no interest in sports.

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How this Couple Eliminated $180,000 of Debt in 12 Months!

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A HUGE chunk of that thanks to my husband. The rule was, if I could get $50 bucks or more for it, it was going on Craigslist. Thank goodness its illegal to sell cute little children, because I would have gotten a pretty penny for my son. It may not be easy, but a lifetime of financial peace is worth it.

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Meet Carrie. She Paid Off $14,000 in Debt in 14 Months.

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I also downsized my lifestyle and sold extra furniture, clothes, and jewelry, on Craigslist. I became debt-free on May 29, 2012 and the first thing I did was quit my job as a seasonal tax pro. Thank you, Carrie, for being so honest with your Debt Free Story. How did you celebrate when you became debt free?

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