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What to Do When You and Your Spouse Have Differing Financial Goals

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We knew that we would at least partially combine our finances when we were officially married, but when we were making our combined budget before going to the bank and officially combining, we hit a bit of a road block when we realized that we have a huge disparity in our financial goals. Have an “Allowance” .

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Setting Financial Goals: Make Them Smart and Simple

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Those who just go along, hoping for the best, are usually the ones who struggle financially or get themselves into too much debt. Setting financial goals is an important part of planning to achieve financial security and have enough money in your retirement years to live the way you want.

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#SavingsPledge: Setting Smart Financial Goals

Saving With Shellie

Today I thought I’d take a minute to go over some ideas to set smart financial goals. If you have ever taken a business class, you’ve learned about setting goals that follow the SMART acronym. Based on how much we save each month and how far it is to the goal, it may not be realistic.

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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. When to get a financial advisor Not everyone needs a financial advisor, especially since it’s an additional cost.

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Things to Do When You are Unplugged

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

This may need a Google search but besides that, you shouldn’t need any technology at all for this. This is so much fun (it’s like imagining what it would be like to win the lottery) and it also may help you achieve those goals. Grab a group of friends and play some ultimate frisbee. Dream storm! Get Healthy'

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How We Frugal-ed in June 2023

Family Balance Sheet

My goal has always been to live well on less while achieving our big financial goals. This update includes how we frugal-ed in April, May, and June. We found a really cute set for a great sale price at Big Lots…of all places–I had no idea they sold furniture. Some months are more successful than others.

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Start Planning and Budgeting for Summer TODAY!

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If you think you’re going to come up short on cash, check out my 25 Ideas to Find Money. Budget-Friendly Summer Fun Ideas: Summer activities can be found all around you. We have had fun with most of these ideas locally, but a quick Google search will help you find locations and destinations near you. Go camping in the backyard.

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