Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2023

That was the year that we made the goal of paying off the last of our non-mortgage debts and we achieved it by September of that year. I cried for days and we celebrated the occasion with a family cruise a few months later. Also that year, I wanted to create an In Case of Emergency (ICE) binder for my family.

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Financial Goals Goals Debt College 130

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 6, 2022

The value of the meal is $18, but the cash value of the 350 gas points for my vehicle is about $5.95–a great price for a dinner that I don’t have to cook! Simple Summer Meal Planning. I use my plasma money for special treats for my family and me. Here are five ways that I saved money this month.

July 130

July Frugal Credit Cards Donation 130

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. Krystal & Josh’s Debt Free Story. Tell us about you and your family. to be able to go on a family missions trip.

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Debt Debt Free Friends And Family Sale Budgeting 100

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 2, 2015

Meal planning is #1 way that I save money on groceries. Without a doubt, the 30-60 minutes I spend on Sunday planning our upcoming week’s meals saves me time, money and my sanity. And since the grocery budget is the easiest category to reduce, I am diligent every weekend to plan our meals for the upcoming week.

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Meals Used Dinner Recipes 100

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

A few years back, my extended family took a trip to Holland, Michigan. My family loves watching movies and tv series together, and having regular game nights. As an adult, it’s important to me to continue to be generous, as well as, provide financial security for myself and my family. A freebie cabinet. helping out 7.

Kids and Family 185

Kids and Family Home and Garden Money Frugal 185

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 9, 2014

When my husband and I wrote our Debt Freedom Plan earlier this year, we made a commitment to scrutinize our monthly expenses to find money to put towards our plan. Last summer my husband started volunteering at the Y in exchange for a free family membership and now we have all of the benefits of the gym, but not the monthly fee.

Grocery Spending 242

Grocery Spending Financial Goals January Budgeting 242

The Frugal Girl

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Our family lives on a ten-acre homestead property in the Mid-Atlantic region which we bought in early 2022. baking, library storytimes, and being involved in our church’s Bible study, meals for the sick, and other various ministries. and realized we should pay off this debt as quickly as possible. for anyone curious ? )

Money 194

Money Kids and Family Frugal Parenting 194

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 1, 2015

Most of them are related to our small business, my husband’s chiropractic office, but last January I got a bee in my bonnet about debt…thank you, Dave Ramsey. I tricked …nudged my husband into following along and together we wrote out our Debt Freedom Plan. Debt Free Stories. Weekly Meals on a Budget.

2015 100

2015 Money Debt Home and Garden 100

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 22, 2020

It was so big that I cried for two days straight– we paid off six figures in non-mortgage debts. How we got to six figures of non-mortgage debt: In the summer of 2012, we found an opportunity to purchase an office building for our small business. After the first year, the new business debt weighed on me.

Debt 130

Debt Health Insurance Insurance Budgeting 130

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 26, 2016

As God is my witness, it WILL be the year that we pay off the last of our non-mortgage debt. At the time, we had 4 business loans and 1 student loan that were weighing on us, so we created our Debt Freedom Plan. Apply any Found Money to Debt. I’ll apply that money to the debt. Do you want to eliminate debt too?

Financial Goals 100

Financial Goals Goals 2016 Debt 100

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 12, 2018

What We Ate this Week: I make an effort each week to serve my family delicious food but still stick to the budget. Every Sunday afternoon, I plan the meals and do my grocery shopping for the week. This month at Family Budgeters Unite! , Surprised my family with Apple Crumb Pots for dessert. homemade refried beans.

Frugal 100

Frugal Freezers Friends And Family Sale Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 12, 2016

Create A Virtual Recipe “Binder” of your Family Favorites. Now that our kids are older and we’re more mobile in the afternoons and evenings, my meal plan has become more consistent. Meal planning is the #1 way I save money on groceries and Pinterest saves me a lot of time and dollars each week.

Saving Money 100

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2013

Covering everything from organizing your schedule and household records to meal planning, cleaning and budgeting, this bundle is the perfect collection to help you keep your home resolutions. This week's BundleoftheWeek.com collection includes five amazing resources to help you run your home more efficiently!

Homemade 127

Homemade Meals Organic Organization 127

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 23, 2013

I use blank calendars for meal planning, half marathon training, and family event planning. The list of speakers includes Crystal from Money Saving Mom, Rachel Cruze from the Dave Ramsey Show, Mary Hunt of Debt Free Living and many more. Download a FREE 2014 Printable Calendar at the elli blog. It’s FREE and online.

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November Used Menu Planning Menu Plans 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

He then advises paying off your non-mortgage debt before fully funding an emergency fund with 3 – 6 months worth of expenses. If you are self-employed, work for a company or in an industry that is unstable, or maybe you or someone in your family has medical issues, you might want to save 6-12 months of expenses.

Emergency Fund 130

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

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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Debt Free Debt Budgeting Budget 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 13, 2013

My entertainment budget is not very big, because my “fun” happens to be reading, writing, and spending time with family. It’s fair game if you aren’t going into debt over it and if you are still able to put money aside for emergencies, retirement, and to meet your goals. Pre-Made Meals (All The Time). High End Cars.

Money 184

Money Cars Car Laptops 184

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 23, 2011

"If your grocery spending has spiraled out of control, yet you often feel like you have “nothing” to eat", then head over to Money Crashers for 10 Family Meal Planning Tips and Ideas on a Budget. Are you familiar with Money Crashers ? Their "mission is to develop a community of people who try to make financially sound decisions.

Menu Planning 127

Menu Planning Menu Plans Breakfast Real Estate 127

freestuff.tv

APRIL 5, 2011

Get 1 free kids meal with each adult entree purchase. We want you to live the generous life, simple and debt free. Plum District Exclusive daily deals for Moms and their families delivered to your inbox. Kid’s eat free at Chili’s with this coupon. Enjoy this site? Find deals in your city. Save 50% to 90%.

Kids 109

Kids Debt Free Debt Kids and Family 109

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 9, 2014

By the end of the month, my goal is to help you have a detailed financial plan for your family. 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. My absolute #1 way for saving money at the grocery store is to PLAN OUR MEALS.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget Finance Organic 100

Couponing 101

JUNE 25, 2019

Summer is the perfect time to go on a family vacation. Forbes reports that most Americans have gone into debt to pay for a vacation. But given interest rates, accumulating debt just for a fun break probably isn’t worth it. Research your destination to find out how much meals are likely to cost.

Vacation 51

Vacation Budgeting Budget Calculators 51

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

That would have been just fine, except I also decided I wanted to buy a fancy car and go out to nice meals a bunch with my boyfriend at the time. I racked up more debt to move to California, then the fancy car turned out to be a lemon, requiring a bunch of expensive repairs. Put it in our index fund investment account.

California 172

California Cars Car College 172

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. Buy Store Brands.

Saving Money 221

Saving Money Money Budgeting Budget 221

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 16, 2013

If you’re trying to save money, pay down debt, or both, then you might want to consider skipping your family’s usual summer trip and plan staycations instead. Staycations are inexpensive activities that your family can do at home, or locally, that you can all enjoy without running up an expensive vacation tab.

Frugal Life 242

Frugal Life Frugal Kids and Family Inexpensive 242

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 9, 2015

While I would love to stick with the $500 budget–it makes life a little easier–I really need to tighten the belt this year to help us hit our debt payoff goals. I use the recipe on the bag of corn meal. And for that, I say thank you! As readers, you are keeping me on task. Let us know in the comments.

Leftovers 100

Leftovers Budgeting Budget Lunch 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 21, 2012

Kristen from My Dollar Plan reminds us Why You Should Tell Your Family About Your Debt. I know our families all talk pretty open about money issues so that we can help and support each other. I know our families all talk pretty open about money issues so that we can help and support each other. I totally agree.

Personal Finance 219

Personal Finance Finance Debt Money 219

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 2, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Richard of Frugality Magazine , where he shares frugal living tips for financial freedom. Tell us about you and your family. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? I left university, as so many do, with a fair chunk of debt. What inspired you to get debt free?

Debt 100

Debt Finds Debt Free Pay Off Debt 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

He then advises paying off your non-mortgage debt before fully funding an emergency fund with 3 – 6 months worth of expenses. If you are self-employed, work for a company or in an industry that is unstable, or maybe you or someone in your family has medical issues, you might want to save 6-12 months of expenses.

Emergency Fund 100

Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 23, 2014

For many years, this man’s wife and family lived near poverty after the Grandfather died of this disease. We don’t like debt. We have a family cemetery in which I hope both my spouse and I are buried. This certificate would be a nice touch to include in the family history archive, showing that my Vet served.

Military 162

Military Grandfather Education Los Angeles 162

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 22, 2012

Meal Plan Rescue hosted the Lifestyle Carnival #2 and included my post, How to Quit Smoking Naturally , as did Not Made of Money who hosted Yakezie Carnival – Daytona Edition. Many thanks to Debt Free by Thirty who hosted the Festival of Frugality #325 for including Marie’s post, Frugal Family Fun in the American Midwest.

Personal Finance 133

Personal Finance Finance Las Vegas Budgeting 133

Saving Cents With Sense

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Start the New Year off right by making a commitment to save money and pay off debt. Look for sources of cash that you can tap into and pay down debt. Invite people to your house instead of making the rounds between your family and the in-laws. Offer to deliver meals to shut-ins or serve a holiday meal at a homeless shelter.

Christmas 75

Christmas DIY Debt Pay Off Debt 75

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

But those can saddle your children with debt for 20 years or more! Use coupons, children eat free specials, and discounted restaurant gift certificates to save on meals. If eating out two to three times a week costs the family one hundred dollars, become ruthless at reducing that amount in half. Know Your Actual Budget.

College 100

College Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale 100

freestuff.tv

APRIL 2, 2011

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Boston Market 109

Boston Market Hardees Boston Restaurant 109

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 7, 2011

The holiday season can bring shudders and tears to folks who have lost family members or friends; who have lost jobs and income; who have seen illness come into their lives; or who have lost hope and aspiration. There is a family, torn by divorce and struggling to understand it’s new circumstances in order to deal with them.

Holiday 183

Holiday Friends And Family Sale At&T Giving 183

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 19, 2011

Make a budget and Use it: Sit down with your family and come up with a budget for your essential monthly items as well as the luxuries. Here are some ideas for frugal dates and frugal family fun. Make a meal plan: Proper food planning and food habits result in a better life, both financially and physically.

Saving Money 124

Saving Money Money Insurance Bills 124

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 10, 2017

Eventually they did a short sale to get out from under the mortgage, moved to the mid-West to take advantage of nearness of family and lower living costs and she took jobs as waitresses. We want a splurge now and again, a night out, a new dress, a nice meal and etc. He was retired and unable to resume work. Why stay the course?

Spendthrift 100

Spendthrift Economical Consumer Recession 100

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

I am so impressed by the amount of biking and walking she and her family do, especially since it’s the functional sort, to get yourself from point A to point B. ” Sunrise on Lake Michigan I’ve moved a LOT – not as much as a military family, perhaps, but quite a bit for someone my age!

Kids and Family 191

Kids and Family Parenting Cars Car 191