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Why We Left Traditional Health Insurance

Family Balance Sheet

In October 2003, I left a career as a department store buyer with a nice paycheck, paid vacation days, 401k match, profit sharing, and health benefits, to pursue a life of self employment with my husband where all of those things are up to us. And this is when the junk hit the fan. I can’t believe it’s been that long.

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Carnival of Personal Finance #316- Family Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Families are our rock, our support system, and our fans. Crystal from Stupid Cents talks 401k Allocation and where to put your money. This doesn’t mean you will always live with a cash budget, although you certainly could. Being prepared financially is a must for a healthy budget. Have you ever derailed your goals?

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P.E.P. for the Week of January 24-28, 2010- Adjustment Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I must say I am a fan of shorter mortgages. Frugal Dad tells us how it’s possible to have a wedding on a budget. Personal Finance by the Book askes if we should borrow from our 401K? I don’t know about you but avoiding pissing off the revenue agency is always important to me. Watson Inc. Going Frugal.

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