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2019 Debt Freedom Plan Update

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We still have a mortgage, however I feel like we can switch gears to be less focused on paying off debt and more focused on saving money, building our net worth and retirement, setting up a plan for college for our girls, and having some fun. 1 – Save a starter Home Emergency Fund.

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Our Big Financial Goal for 2016

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It has been my obsession goal since we found ourselves in a dicey situation back in August 2013. That was the month I didn’t know if we had enough funds to cover our expenses. Between 2013 – 2015, we whittled that down and as of today we have just two loans left. I wouldn’t wish that feeling on my worst enemy.

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Take Control of Your Money in 2015

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In 2013, The Christmas Savings Club encouraged all of us to save monthly so that we could have a cash Christmas. How to Build a Starter Emergency Fund in 30 Days or Less | Jackie Beck @ The Debt Myth. 5 Ways Busy Moms Can Get Motivated to Work Out | Diane Nassy @ philZENdia. Choose Thrift First Challenge.

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Our 2018 Financial Goals

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I’ll do my best to follow my own advice, 10 Ways to Save When Eating Out , and we will bring snacks, bag lunches, and drinks on road and errand trips to save money. Our Debt Freedom Plan (an update): In 2013, we found ourselves with a lot of debt and not enough cash flow. Save a starter Home Emergency Fund.

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Meet Tracy, a Single Mom Who Paid Off $41,587 | Debt Free Stories

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The company I had worked at for 12 years when I started my journey in January 2013, announced it would be making significant job cuts summer 2013. What are your top 3 – 5 tips for saving money/pinching pennies to put towards paying off your debt. Start by categorizing where you have been spending money.

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