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Our 2019 Financial Goal

Family Balance Sheet

In previous years, I would create a long list of financial goals, only to have little accomplished by the end of the December. I almost stopped writing goals down altogether. In 2018, we decided to focus on just 2 main financial goals and before I share my 2019 goals I thought I would give you a recap on 2018.

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The Age Old Question: Should You Pay Off Debt or Save?

Penny Pinchin' Mom

The post The Age Old Question: Should You Pay Off Debt or Save? Should you pay off debt or save? So, you want to get started on debt repayment so you can focus on other financial goals? However, if you pay off these debts, there will be nothing left for investments in these tough financial times.

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Do I Need a Financial Advisor? When it’s worth it

Savings Corner

For example, financial advisors can help you plan for retirement, budget, plan your estate and more. They also help you set your personal financial goals to reach milestones. For instance, some people might want to buy a house soon while others are focusing on saving for retirement.

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5 Things You Should Know When Planning Your Financial Future

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

One of the most important things in life is to find ways to achieve your financial goals. Whether you are aiming to protect your loved ones, to save for your child’s education, or to plan for your own retirement, you should have a road map that will guide you as you save and invest. Plan For Your Death As Early As Now.

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How to Start a Budget (and be successful at it!)

Family Balance Sheet

Personally, budgeting has allowed us to control of our money, reach financial goals, and start planning for our dream life. Write down any events/holidays/activities that will require funds for the month that you are planning, along with a projection of what you’ll need. Another way to think of a budget is a spending plan.

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

Family Balance Sheet

Was there a particular event? The main event that catapulted me into wanting to be debt free, was the lowest point in my life to-date. The income from my extra jobs went straight to debt payments, and my regular day job paid the bills, while enabling me to build up a small amount of savings. What are your financial goals now?

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Small Money Mistakes That Have Big Consequences

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I’m sure everyone can name many little things that have more meaning than a big event in their lives. The same can be said about finances – it is often the little things you do, the small actions you take, that have the biggest impact on your financial security, both in the present and in the future. It’s wasted money.

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