Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 28, 2014

Many families are toeing the line of slipping into debt, if they aren’t already over their heads. With just one emergency such as a car breaking down or, in the US, a medical bill, many could be in a very precarious position. A surprising amount of North Americans are not putting money away consistently for retirement.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 16, 2014

Traditional investment advice says that you shouldn’t invest in the market until you are financially stable, have an emergency fund and have taken care of other basics, such as insurance of all kinds, debt removal and etc. If you don’t have any stock market investments, how can you get in on the action?

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2017

I love her passion for helping others along their debt free journey. Krystal & Josh’s Debt Free Story. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? It took us four years, but we paid off over $80,000 of debt! We are debt. debts one by one. What inspired you to become debt free?

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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

SEPTEMBER 25, 2014

On top of that, people are also not saving enough for an emergency or a rainy day. Too often, we rely on debt to get us through tough times instead of thinking and planning ahead. I’ve gotten into the habit of logging on to my bank account and credit card accounts when I first wake up and open the computer.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 10, 2014

Would you feel a weight lifted if you could pay off your high-rate consumer debt? An automatic contribution is made monthly to the local food bank, and I tithe. Money is automatically deposited into the retirement and emergency fund accounts, as well as to my son’s 529. Do you like helping others? must be paid.

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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. Also include an emergency fund and contributions to a retirement account, even if just small amounts at first.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

Both are now old enough to open a bank savings account. I would go into the bank with my stubby little hands clutching my months worth of allowance (total of $1), deposit it and see the results right off printed in my book. We could take on debt to grow using other people’s money. Back then I had a passbook.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

It’s also why low-risk plays make for better short-term investments or a stash for your emergency fund. Most accounts are government-insured up to $250,000 per account type per bank, so you’ll be compensated even if the financial institution fails. In contrast, higher-risk investments are better suited for long-term goals.

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Saving In Akron

MARCH 9, 2011

I did not go into debt for this vehicle. This all goes back to having an emergency fund and paying yourself first. Lack of debt means freedom and the ability to make the choices you want to make. My family would not have survived without that emergency fund. That's a great start on an emergency fund.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

Philip from Deliver Away Debt shares his story: How I Delivered Away My Debt. mbhunter from Mighty Bargain Hunter asks Are you contributing to this debt clock? and says, “The big debt clock is over $14 trillion now, but this other one is approaching $1 trillion, and may affect you more directly.&#. How about you?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 21, 2012

Kristen from My Dollar Plan reminds us Why You Should Tell Your Family About Your Debt. Peter from Bible Money Matters shares 10 Tips to Save Money on Your Christmas Shopping and Avoid Going Into Debt. ” Jacob from Dwindling Debt asks Do Overdraft Chargers Affect Your Credit. I am a big believer in communicating.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 8, 2018

Do you look at your bank account and wonder, “where did all the money go?” I came up with strategies to help us pay for yearly bills, large expenses, and we were able to pay off debts. Use old receipts, bank statements to get an idea of how much you must spend. Do you feel like you have more month than money?

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

In other words, it’s the extent to which your home is an asset rather than a debt. With that in mind, here are some other factors to consider when planning for the size of your down payment: Keep some savings in the bank. More equity in your home right away. More equity means more wealth. A lower monthly mortgage payment.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 6, 2016

With this, you pick a set dollar amount to invest each period, divide it in half and put half in your chosen investment, and the other half into a money market or bank account. Dad’s plan was even more complicated than that. I personally know of a 43 year old guy has done all of the above.

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