Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 5, 2014

We paid off just over $23,000 in one year and four months. The debt consisted of my student loans and a car loan. What inspired you to get debt free? Was there a particular event? When my wife and I got married, we both made the decision that our first financial priority would be becoming debt free.

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Debt Free Debt Emergency Fund Finance 241

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Working to improve your credit score and reduce your debt-to-income ratio before applying can help get you the best loan terms. Common reasons include paying off debt, financing a large purchase such as a vehicle or a boat, or covering the cost of a major expense like a wedding or a home renovation.

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Debt Credit Cards Credit College Tuition 52

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 27, 2015

We made sure we could afford the monthly payments on a 15 year mortgage, with the mindset that we would pay more each month. What inspired you to get debt free? Was there a particular event? There were two things that inspired us to pay off debt. We took advantage of having two incomes. It creates momentum.

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Debt Debt Free Pay Off Debt Finds 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 12, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Jessica. She owns Every Single Dollar , an online financial resource dedicated to helping single women make informed financial decisions and set themselves up for financial success. What inspired you to get debt free? Was there a particular event? Tell us about yourself.

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Credit Cards Debt Debt Free Student 100

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 8, 2018

I came up with strategies to help us pay for yearly bills, large expenses, and we were able to pay off debts. For informational purposes only. 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.

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Budgeting Budget Financial Goals Goals 133