Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Brian. He writes at Debt Discipline about about how his family of 5 deals with money, budgets and debt. I started my blog Debt Discipline to help keep us accountable while paying off our debt. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it?

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Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 26, 2022

One of the most impactful resolutions people can make for 2023 is getting out of credit card debt. Credit card debt is rising at a historic pace , and owing a lot can put people in a very difficult position if the job market takes a turn for the worse. This material comes from Motherhood Moment.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 13, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: The following post comes from the NerdWallet.com team, experts in helping users find the right rewards credit cards. 4 of the Craziest Credit Card Scams. Then to top it all off, there are credit card scammers out there that are looking to get your personal information.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

Welcome to Debt Free Stories. She and her husband paid off $147,000 in debt–including their home. After paying off the debt, she was able to quit her job to pursue her passion. She blogs at The Debt Myth. Quitting my job is one of the things being debt free has enabled us to do. How much debt did you pay off?

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 4, 2021

Yep, I found a $20 bill while running on the beach! I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. Credit Card Cash Back Redemptions in April: $439.62. However, once we paid off all of that debt, I started playing the credit card game. an hour.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 12, 2013

"Debt is Dumb, Cash is King" - Dave Ramsey. He has successfully inspired thousands of people to a life free of credit cards and debt. It just seemed easier to us to carry and use credit cards versus cash. If we could reduce our spending by 12-18%, we could put that money towards our debt.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 6, 2022

We’ve seen higher grocery and fuel bills lately, so we’re upping our frugal game to help the budget. Credit Card Cash Back Redemptions in July: $196. Years ago during our Debt Freedom Plan, I avoided using credit cards, not because we had credit card debt, but because I was trying to limit our overall spending.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 19, 2014

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Amanda & Daniel. Together they blog about becoming debt free and location independence in order to serve the world at Life with a Mission. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? We paid off $68,000 of debt in eight months. Who initiated the debt free goal?

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 19, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Anna. She is on a mission to help others become debt free. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? It was a mix of college loans, a personal loan from my parents (for college), an overdraft account, and credit card debt. Where are you from?

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Key takeaways A HELOC allows you to access your home’s equity over a period of time — you can borrow exactly what you need as you need it, typically for lower rates than other forms of credit. This can help you keep your monthly payments down and avoid unnecessary debt and interest. Overview: What are the pros and cons of a HELOC?

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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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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Key takeaways A home equity loan allows you to borrow a lump sum against your home’s equity, usually at a fixed interest rate that’s lower than other forms of consumer debt. The interest rate you receive on a home equity loan (as with other loans) will vary depending on your lender, credit score, income and other factors.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 2, 2021

Yep, I found a $20 bill while running on the beach! I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. Credit Card Cash Back: $175. I redeemed $175 for gift cards from our business credit card’s cashback program.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The worst-case scenario is that you get a loan without a clear picture of its impact on your monthly cash flow, leading you to take on more debt to make up for it. Consolidation puts all of your debts together under one monthly payment at one interest rate. It doesn’t hurt to be prudent,” Young says. “If

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 20, 2016

Credit Card Rules You Should Live By. Ah, the credit card. That magical card of freedom. You may have gotten your first card in college, before you had any salary at all but just in time for that upcoming spring break trip: clothes, gas money, hotel…and then, one month later… BOOM! Just say no.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

I watched her and her husband’s debt free scream on The Dave Ramsey Show. You can find Angela at her You Tube channel, Our Life…on a Budget , where she vlogs about getting out of debt and staying there! Angela & Jeff’s Debt Free Story. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it?

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

To calculate how much house you can afford, we take into account a few primary items, such as your household income, monthly debts (for example, car loan and student loan payments) and the amount of savings available for a down payment. How does your debt-to-income ratio impact affordability? How much house can I afford with a VA loan?

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

HELOCs (home equity lines of credit) come with variable interest rates and fluctuating monthly payments (like credit cards). 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. HELOC: What is it?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 18, 2019

Here are some situations that could warrant the need for quick funding: Debts Must Be Settled: For those that care about their credit score, paying off a debt means making sure that each monthly payment is made on time, and in full. Failing to do so could be detrimental to that squeaky-clean credit! Credit Cards.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 8, 2015

The average American will spend about $700 on holiday purchases* and unfortunately many people will get a little surprise in the mail in January when the credit card bills start rolling in. 3 Smart Steps to a Debt Free Christmas. Take these steps and have a Debt Free Christmas. top photo credit.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

You apply for a private student loan through a bank, credit union or online lender. Compare offers from multiple lenders including banks, credit unions, online companies and state-based lenders to find the lowest interest rate. Credit score and income are taken into account for most student loans.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 5, 2021

Yep, I found a $20 bill on a morning run at the beach! I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. I had an unexpected surprise hit my credit card in February. Finding extra money has become a game for me. My total of found money in February: $3433.68.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 5, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Jessica. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? 130K in mortgage debt. 10K in car payments, $35K in credit card debt. We made the decision to tackle our debt back at our home church in Chattanooga. What inspired you to get debt free?

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

We are privileged in that we both have good-paying jobs and have more than enough money to cover the bills. I made some foolish choices shortly after graduating college, burning through my savings and running up credit card bills. I remember my mom showing me how she balanced the checkbook every month and paid bills.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 16, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Lydia. She blogs about living a limitless life on a limited budget at Frugal Debt Free Life. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? We paid off $36,000 in student loans, credit cards, cars and a bit of medical debt. Where are you from?

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For the Mommas

DECEMBER 21, 2015

10 Ways to Recover From Christmas Debt. The following tips are meant to help you recover without becoming overwhelmed by your Christmas debt. #1: 1: Accept the Debt. . #1: 1: Accept the Debt. But, do you seriously think there is going to be a time when your Christmas debt is going to seem smaller? 2: Focus on It.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 21, 2015

Today’s debt free story is from Aja. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? We paid off about $110K worth of debt. We paid down mostly student loans, vehicles and business credit card debt ( we already own a home outright ). What inspired you to get debt free?

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Prior to 2020, we spent years aggressively paying off six figures of non-mortgage debts , so saving for college was sporadic deposits into a regulard savings account and basically on the back burner. You can apply for the card through your Upromise account. These percentages change often, depending on the promotion. Show me the money!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 1, 2013

I was an expert at this; I spent every dollar I earned and juggled multiple credit cards to pay bills and buy whatever I thought I had the money for. Of course, by using credit cards for purchases and bills, I was spending money I didn’t have and probably wouldn’t have any time soon.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Americans will spend about $900 on holiday purchases** and unfortunately, many people will get a little surprise in the mail in January when the credit card bills start rolling in. Take these steps and have a Debt Free Christmas. We will pay cash for Christmas this year and I want that for YOU too! Source: Gallup.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 24, 2012

Then more than a year ago something in me changed after a health scare and I realized that it’s important to pay off debt and save more than ever. I’m currently taking care of my debt one month at a time. However, I know now that paying off debt is more important. Learning to be frugal isn’t going to happen for me overnight.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 27, 2012

I mean, I was living from pay check to pay check , always hoping I’d find whatever money I needed to pay the bills. 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.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 6, 2011

Are you currently in debt? Are you feeing overwhelmed with the number of bills or creditors you have to pay off? Like many of us who have previously been in debt, I know how difficult financial management can be. You can do it; financial freedom is possible; you just need to the right toolkit. See where you can make cutbacks.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 6, 2013

With everything that’s going on right now, we can’t really afford to take on that kind of debt obligation. Credit checks might be performed before we can get into an apartment or buy a different home. There are a number of obligations coming up, and we need our credit situation flexible. We might have to move.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Years ago, there was a month where I hadn’t planned on a large property tax bill and I wasn’t sure where we were going to find the money. One January, we received a very large credit card bill in the mail. I am a planner by nature, so I leaned into my spreadsheets. Color in the blocks as you hit your goals.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 18, 2013

Take a peak and see what I read this week: Good Reads From The Blogosphere: Have you ever wondered How Secured Credit Cards Help You Repair Your Credit ? If so, don’t miss Ryan’s post about how they can be an option for repairing bad credit at The Better Credit Blog. Are You Financially Ready For Kids?

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

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