Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 21, 2013

If you don’t have an emergency fund in order to make at least the approximate payment of your anticipated mortgage and expenses, you are not ready to make the leap into home ownership. A general rule of thumb is that your property needs to appreciate at least 10% in order to avoid losing money in a sale. Money Tips'

Home 186

Home Emergency Fund Buy Buying 186

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 6, 2012

Those gorgeous pair of skinny jeans that are on sale? Yes, but before you run out to buy them because they are on sale, ask yourself this “How many other pairs of jeans are in my closet?” Shop Sales. Cut coupons, go grocery shopping when your items are on sale, and you will save money. Nope, not a necessity either.

Bank 265

Bank Banking Money Saving 265

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 14, 2013

Now is the time to watch every penny that you spend, so that you can purchase more in the same budget or even better, put that money in emergency funds. If there is a non-perishable item on sale, pick it up if you use it often even if don’t need it right away. We know that times are tough. I mean, really tough.

Saving Money 222

Saving Money Money Bills Insurance 222

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

Elle and her husband paid off a car loan and saved cash for their next car. They took it one step at a time though, first by building up emergency funds as quickly as possible, then by paying off the credit cards and committing to no new debt. It was already a part of her budget, so she wasn’t missing the funds. (2)

Financial Goals 100

Financial Goals Goals Debt Budgeting 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2017

works in outbound sales, and I teach part-time. medical bills, a small credit card, both of our cars, and student loans. cars, and finally our student loans. emergency fund, so we started throwing what little extra we had straight. what is on sale and plan meals based on those ingredients. My husband.

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Friends And Family Sale Budgeting 100

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2014

Having money automatically go into your account will help you stick to your resolution and save for your future, such as an emergency fund, a child’s college education, or retirement. Utilize coupons with a sale and you’ll see a 50% savings on your grocery bill immediately. Record all your expenses for one month.

2014 88

2014 Saving Bills Emergency Fund 88

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 3, 2017

Having money automatically go into your account will help you stick to your resolution and save for your future, such as an emergency fund, a child’s college education, or retirement. Utilize coupons with a sale and you’ll see a 50% savings on your grocery bill immediately. Record all your expenses for one month.

New Year's 40

New Year's Saving Bills Emergency Fund 40

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2015

Having money automatically go into your account will help you stick to your resolution and save for your future, such as an emergency fund, a child’s college education, or retirement. Utilize coupons with a sale and you’ll see a 50% savings on your grocery bill immediately. Record all your expenses for one month.

New Year's 40

New Year's Saving Bills Emergency Fund 40

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 29, 2024

Multi-pronged answer here: historically it was hard-wired in my DNA as a necessity but also being a good steward of what we’re blessed with & being able to give/help others; having enough for emergency funds was always a high priority as well. There’s always been garage sales/flea markets, library, state parks, fishing.

Arkansas 181

Arkansas Frugal College Kids and Family 181

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 27, 2015

110,000 was our mortgage and $8,000 was my car. The first week after our Honeymoon, Ryan paid off the remaining debt on my car. He does not do car payments. Grocery shopping wisely – We shop at affordable stores, shop the ads/sales, and menu plan. At least evaluate your car situation if you have payments.

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Pay Off Debt Finds 100

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 11, 2014

The debt included overdraft protection, mattress, car, and a credit card (post divorce stress spending, clothes to accommodate the yo yo diets and weight for 2 years, a trip to Disney World & I’m sure several things that I don’t remember because I was spending without a plan). How much debt did you pay off? in 14 months.The

Debt Free 235

Debt Free Debt Mom Goals 235