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Create your debt freedom plan

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Many years ago, my husband and I faced what we thought was an insurmountable hurdle– six figures of non-mortgage debts. Prior to FPU, we thought we were doing well financially and never considered that we had too much debt. But Dave Ramsey’s view of debt is very different. Debt is Dumb and Cash is King.”. “…and

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Meet Amanda & Daniel. They Paid Off $68,000 in Debt in 8 Months.

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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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Find out How Drew & Farrah Paid off $200k of debt, including their HOME

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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. We obviously love Dave Ramsey and financial teachings so we help to teach those classes at our church one night a week. 200k in 5 years.

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Our Debt Freedom Plan | Marriage & Money

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Prior to FPU, we thought we were doing well financially and never considered that we had too much debt. We didn’t have credit card debt, we paid off our car notes early, and the interest rate on the student loan was at a low 2.75%, so we thought we were doing okay. But Dave Ramsey’s view of debt is very different.

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Friday Links – School Update Edition

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I have long days working all day and then going to class at night; Not to mention I have to find time to study and get homework done. Do you know how to protect yourself if debt collectors are harassing you? Are you struggling to find motivation with your financial goals? Happy Friday everyone. Hope your week went well.

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I Exercised at Home for 25 Years and So Can You!

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Feel Superior – Stay Motivated. One Thanksgiving I noticed they were having a Turkey Trot so I joined up to do that the next year – it was a 5K so that motivated me to ‘train’ even more. Get Out of Debt…Sleep Debt That Is. Related posts: The Pros and Cons of Choosing Home Exercise Over a Gym Membership.

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5 Ways to Trim Your Budget For Your Child’s College Fund

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But those can saddle your children with debt for 20 years or more! Examples of this are going to happy hour with half priced appetizers or attending an affordable dance class instead of paying a club cover charge. Write down the budgeted amount and how much was actually spent to stay motivated. Know Your Actual Budget.

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