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How to Achieve Your Financial Goals (tips from the achievers)

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Maureen, from The Debt Free Mess Free Life , suggests that you understand what motivates you to act unwisely and spend frivolously (if that is your situation). If you figure that out you can then work to find healthier ways to fill the void and you can free yourself permanently from the bonds of debt. ” Pay off Debt.

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How Angela & Jeff paid off $58,000 of Debt in 2 Years

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We had tried other methods in the past, but found this one suited us best since it forced us to focus on one goal at a time, rather than trying to do it all (pay off debt and contribute to savings and retirement). What are the top 3 – 5 ways you found money to put towards debt.

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

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I came up with strategies to help us pay for yearly bills, large expenses, and we were able to pay off debts. If you are new to budgeting, review and work on it every single day. This group is a safe place where we talk, motivate, and share ideas about budgeting. Follow these steps EVERY month.

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