Family Balance Sheet

JULY 13, 2016

So I’m thrilled to bring you today’s story, because I actually watched this couple’s debt free scream when it was live on the show. Drew & Farrah’s Debt Free Story. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? What inspired you to get debt free? Where are you from?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 17, 2012

Who needs a budget?’ So who needs to worry about budgeting, savings plans and a secure financial future? I managed to rack up over $20,000 of credit card and personal debt by the time I was 23 and this affected my ability to keeo my first house. So, why do we avoid the whole budget issue? Well, actually, no!

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

The segment was so inspiring that I reached out to her to see if she would participate in the Debt Free Stories series. She hosts a You Tube channel, The Former Mrs. Jones , where she vlogs about budgeting, debt free living, and family life. Meet the Former Mrs. Jones: Her Debt Free Story. How much debt did you pay off?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

Hello and welcome to the 316th Carnival of Personal Finance- Family Edition. Philip from Deliver Away Debt shares his story: How I Delivered Away My Debt. Big Cajun Man from THE Canadian Personal Finance Site asks What is Your Financial Plan B? Ken from Spruce Up Your Finances asks Need A Down Payment For Your House?

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Motherhood Moments

MARCH 14, 2023

With gas prices still high and inflation putting pressure on people’s budgets, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its editors’ picks for 2023’s Best Gas Credit Cards to help drivers save money, along with a new survey to gauge consumer sentiment. Best Gas Rewards Credit Card: The U.S.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 21, 2012

Hello and welcome to this week’s Carnival of Personal Finance. If any of you have seen me host carnivals before you know that I like to add in some funny clips about personal finance for your enjoyment. Editors Picks: Big Cajun Man from THE Canadian Personal Finance Site shares 10 Phrases I have Used to Save Money.

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Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 28, 2012

View all of your accounts in one place, monitor your spending activity, create a personalized budget, and track your budgeting goals (for FREE) with LearnVest’s My Money Center ~. LearnVest’s My Money Center will give you a snapshot of your overall finances, including your assets, debts, and net worth.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 10, 2014

Welcome to 31 Days to Organize Your Finances. We’ll talk about cash flow, budgets, debts, and all of the nitty gritty of our finances that might not be fun to talk about, but are so important to discuss. Budget Financial Freedom Financial Organization' That used to be me. It was a horrible feeling.

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freestuff.tv

MAY 18, 2011

Check out this guest post by Angela from Debt Consolidation Care: It needs no mention that budgets and savings play a pivotal role in assisting consumers in paying off debt. Through a budget they can monitor their investment and make the most of their hard-earned dollars. This will help you stay out of debt.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Key takeaways A personal loan is money you can borrow to finance large purchases, consolidate debt, invest in yourself or cover emergency expenses. Working to improve your credit score and reduce your debt-to-income ratio before applying can help get you the best loan terms. You will also start to repay the money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 13, 2015

Before you get ready to shove those kids of yours out of the nest, here are what I consider to be (based on my experience as a person, a Mom, and a Grandma) the most important things you (or someone) should teach them about personal finance. I hope to show you how to use debt wisely. There are lots of ways to get into to debt.

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 8, 2013

As I mentioned in this post , tracking your spending it crucial for staying in control of your finances! View all of your accounts in one place, monitor your spending activity, create a personalized budget, and track your budgeting goals (for FREE) with LearnVest’s My Money Center ~. Start 2013 on the right track!! Freebies'

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Key takeaways Home equity loans and HELOCs are both financing tools that allow you to borrow against your ownership stake in your home. Home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) and home equity loans are two similar finance tools — methods of borrowing money against the ownership stake you have in your home. Home equity loan: What is it?

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2017

She is the co-founder of the website, Little Light on a Hill , where she writes about faith, family, and finances. I love her passion for helping others along their debt free journey. Be sure to check out her website where she is offering a free finance workbook if you subscribe to her newsletter. How much debt did you pay off?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2012

If you can choose to develop a more positive attitude about your finances, you’ll find it easier to make a few small changes in your saving and spending. Your money works for you when it is earning you interest or adding value so don’t leave it sitting in your everyday bank account. Eliminate Debt Everyone has debts.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 16, 2017

I could talk all day about personal finance and money-saving strategies, but my husband, while very responsible with money, just doesn’t feel the same way. To keep the communication flowing, I created my very first Balance Sheet to give my husband a snapshot of our household and business finances. It was tricky at first.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 5, 2011

If one of your New Year’s resolutions or goals was to manage your budget better in 2011, like millions of other people, then you really should check out Mint.com. This FREE budgeting software helps you manage all your personal finances, including bank accounts, credit cards, and investments, all in one place.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 2, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Acadia. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? All of our debt was $97,000 in student loan debt. We ended up buying a house from a relative, which put us in even more debt. What inspired you to get debt free? Tell us about you and your family.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 22, 2012

Many thanks to Young Adult Finances who hosted the Yakezie Carnival – Mardi Gras Edition and included my post, African Safaris, Gorilla Treks and Blogcation. Sustainable Personal Finance included YFS’ post, Frugal Anniversary Gift Ideas that Will Win Her Over in the Carnival of Personal Finance #349.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 25, 2011

The key is to invest the time to teach your kids the right ways to manage their finances. Teach them actionable methods and strategies that will help them learn all of the ropes of personal finance. I am not suggesting that you throw them into debt! Show them how to create a budget. Teach them how to pay bills.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

Building a college finance fund takes dedication and consistency. But those can saddle your children with debt for 20 years or more! Here are 5 ways to trim your budget for your child’s college funds. Here are 5 ways to trim your budget for your child’s college funds. Know Your Actual Budget.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 26, 2021

With little money in their bank accounts, these Americans couldn’t afford these unfortunate expenses without using a credit card or maybe relying on a loan from family and friends. I’m a big fan of online accounts, like Capital One 360 , that you will connect to your local bank. How Much Do I Need in an Emergency Fund?

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 4, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is a guest post from Chris Peach. We lived our lives as if the money was never ending and we truly believed we were immune to ever having to worry about our finances. It wasn’t me telling her we are going to get out of debt, or her telling me it wasn’t in the budget.

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Saving With Shellie

JANUARY 5, 2012

This is a free budgeting resource and it is truly fabulous. One of the benefits to Mint is that when you set up your account, you can link your bank, credit card, loan and investment accounts. They use the same encryption security that all the banks use. I think you’ll actually have fun budgeting with this tool.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 11, 2016

” Recently Go Banking Rates conducted two studies on savings rates with startling results. But for our own safety net, we must make our finances a priority. We charted out our course of action to pay off debts and start saving for retirement. Use my Family Balance Sheet excel spreadsheet to help you organize your finances.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 3, 2014

Let’s take a look at some of the ways self-deprecation might adversely influence your bank account. After realizing a financial mistake, like miscalculating a debt or failing to plan for a bill, and then beating yourself up on top of that financial stress, you’ll probably want to do something to make yourself feel better.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 6, 2012

Budgeting and Economics. Wayne presents Purpose of Budgeting posted at Young Family Finance , saying, “Are you left wondering why you should budget? Find out the purpose of budgeting and whether it’s important for you. ” Managing Debt. The Skilled Investor , Editor.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 10, 2012

The Skilled Investor , Editor Budgeting and Economics Little House presents The Five Tool Budgeter posted at Little House in the Valley , saying, “In baseball, a five-tool player is one who excels in some of the game’s major skills: fielding, base running, hitting for power, hitting for contact, and throwing ability.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 27, 2012

Like I state on my About page , I was in debt and living a life that didn’t satisfy me. Statistics show that nearly one in two Americans are in serious financial problems due to their debt levels. Create a Budget If you don’t have an up-to-date budget, create one. This shows that the problem is really widespread.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Check your credit score Your credit score will help you determine your financing options; lenders use it (among other factors) to set the terms and rates of your loan. Your bank or credit card company might offer free access to your score or credit report, too. Would renting for another year or two improve your financial standing?

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Use this calculator to help you decide whether a personal loan is the right financing option for your plans. Good-credit borrowers with low debt-to-income ratios often get the lowest rates. Loan payments should fit comfortably into your monthly budget. It also shows the total interest cost, with or without an origination fee.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 11, 2016

With little money in their bank accounts, these Americans couldn’t afford these unfortunate expenses without using a credit card or maybe relying on a loan from family and friends. We use an online account, like Capital One 360 , that is connected to our local bank. How Much Do I Need in an Emergency Fund?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 28, 2011

How to Save Money shares with us how we can keep our finances safe when buying items online. We personally use Quicken and we find it works great for reviewing our finances. Moolanomy tells us how we can reach our savings goals by using virtual bank accounts. Reducing Debt. What did you do? Managing Money. Going Frugal.

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Saving With Shellie

JANUARY 5, 2011

If getting your finances in order is one of your resolutions this year, I’d like to encourage you to use Mint. One of the benefits to Mint is that when you set up your account, you can link your bank, credit card, loan and investment accounts. They use the same encryption security that all the banks use.

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For the Mommas

MAY 22, 2012

The term “sinking fund” was originally a business term used to designate a savings account where a corporation holds funds for the repayment of a debt in order to improve their liquidity. In personal finance, a sinking fund is a savings account that is designated specifically for an irregular expense. Bank Your Savings.

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Fashion Without Guilt

APRIL 2, 2009

As I mentioned in Fashion Tip Monday, budgeting can help control the impulse buys. No Finances, No Fashion it's that simple. Budget being the topic of conversation, I am going to share some tips and programs that will help make sense of your money. Creating a budget, where do you start. Text your way to the bank.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

Retirement lingo can get confusing if you are just starting out learning about finances. I can say though that by using a money management program you are more likely to stick to your budget and your financial goals. Punch Debt in the Face tells us why no spend challenges are for wussies. Reducing Debt. He has a point.

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