Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 17, 2013

” Traveling alone is a wonderful experience that can have lasting benefits. Some of the world’s most breathtaking locations have been discovered by solo travelers. The joys of traveling alone far exceed anything you’ll ever experience while traveling with others. It’s Easy to Meet New People.

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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. It’s been busy with the babies and so much work/income that hobbies lately have been sleeping (if we can) and traveling. 200k in 5 years.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

I made some foolish choices shortly after graduating college, burning through my savings and running up credit card bills. I think of the period of my life right after college my “quarter life crisis,” which included a series of money mistakes. We make regular trips to visit family, but don’t really do any other traveling.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 21, 2014

It all started in high school, when I graduated five months earlier than my peers so I could work full time and save up money before starting college. I worked full-time throughout college and took a few internships. Because I did things a little differently. Many people become reasonably successful through many different channels.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 11, 2020

The PA governor has shut down all non-essential businesses indefinitely and we’ve now been ordered to stay at home unless traveling to essential jobs, needed supplies, or outdoor exercise as long as we practice social distancing. We just finished paying off our non-mortgage debts and now we were considering taking out a car loan.

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 29, 2024

When my daddy passed last January, I inherited all the heavy farm labor responsibilities- I never knew I could have impressive muscles😊 It feels like I’ve been going to a homesteading college this year, it’s a love/hate relationship. Do you have any tips for frugal travel or vacations? As a young 20 something, that felt big!

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Arkansas Frugal College Kids and Family 177

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 30, 2015

At the time, I wasn’t sure how we were going to pay our monthly bills, so future plans like funding our retirement , our daughters’ college education, or a lavish vacation were not on my mind. But once I created our debt freedom plan and outlined the steps we would take to wade through the hardships, I was overcome with relief.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Mise en place for a recipe Even in college, when I was living in a dorm, and had a dining hall meal plan that meant I could get whatever I wanted whenever I wanted it, I still cooked and baked. I was in 4th grade, and had 2 younger siblings when they began their debt-repayment journey.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

I would like to retire and not have to worry about every last penny, and to be able to travel a little and treat my kids. I should have known he was special as he asked for a set of “Time-Life” home repair books when he was in college. Why do I want to save money? I want my family to have what they need and be comfortable.

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Kids and Family Money Home and Garden Frugal 184

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 17, 2018

This is our very last non-mortgage loan and we send an extra payment every month as part of our Debt Freedom Plan. We bought a used pop-up several years ago and it was one of the best decisions for our family We absolutely adore camping, and we’d like to upgrade to a travel trailer. I’ll apply that money to the debt.

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The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

The photos included with this post are mainly from our travel adventures. I learned from the best, but I believe that a personal finance course should be a requirement for both high school and college graduation. One is travel; the other is outdoor gear and equipment. How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl? Go figure.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 12, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Jessica. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? I had $56,000 of debt when I decided to become debt free. What inspired you to get debt free? The inspiration to pay off my debt was watching my grandmother balance her checkbook.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 4, 2015

However a few years ago, we found ourselves with too much debt and not enough cash. Within a year after settlement, we found ourselves with a lot of debt, not enough cash flow, and very little set aside for emergencies. As much as I wanted to be a property owner, the extra debt was beginning to suffocate us.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 25, 2013

Mike from The Financial Blogger asks a tough question: Is College Worth it? Travelling on a budget as a young adult or recent graduate can be expensive. Best Money Tip for a College Freshman. How to Live your Dream Life Debt Free. PET Archives : The Pros and Cons of Choosing Home Exercise Over a Gym Membership.

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Fridays Finance College Debt Free 169

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

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

An August 2013 issue of Daily Finance, in an article entitled Credit Card Debt Falling But Still Very High reported: “According to data from the Federal Reserve, as of July 2013, the average indebted household in the U.S. When I worked for TWA, and traveled a lot on business, I signed up for every airline and hotel rewards card available.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 10, 2013

If you’re currently balancing your debt payoff and savings efforts, Canadian Budget Binder highlights the reason why it’s important to get out of debt first before saving. Are you a current student or someone who’s currently paying off student loan debt? Is Travelling Overrated? As December.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 26, 2016

As God is my witness, it WILL be the year that we pay off the last of our non-mortgage debt. At the time, we had 4 business loans and 1 student loan that were weighing on us, so we created our Debt Freedom Plan. We have a retirement to plan , our daughters’ college to save for, and many places to visit. Home Projects.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 25, 2014

These were my college years, when I made lots of stupid decisions. Me from 15 years ago would get an earful about what not to do, and advice on budgeting and saving and staying out of debt. By then, I was married, raising a toddler, our family was paying down debt and I was practicing much better financial discipline.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 4, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is a guest post from Chris Peach. Our income allowed us to travel, it allowed us to buy stuff, and it allowed us to do anything and everything we ever wanted. We both went to college, we both worked hard, and we felt like we were fairly intelligent human beings. That’s crazy, right?

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

I had been at my previous job for 17 years (straight out of college) and it had turned into a very toxic situation. We also love travel and plan on doing much more of that when we retire. International travel when I was in high school really shaped the course of my life and I wanted to share that with my boys. Being consistent.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 17, 2013

Read what to do with it from Investing for College Students. Student Debt Survivor recently had a milestone birthday. PET Archives: 4 good reasons to buy travel insurance. My Battle Against Travel Eating and a Lack of Motivation Need An Upgrade? Managing Debt Is A Marathon Not A Sprint. How to volunteer more.

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Fridays Student Motivation Debt 150

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 10, 2014

Would you feel a weight lifted if you could pay off your high-rate consumer debt? I like travel, I feel it’s important to set money aside for retirement and my son’s college education, and I like charitable giving. Are you focused on early retirement and the freedom that comes with it?

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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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Personal Finance Finance Family Debt 240

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 3, 2012

On Christmas day, my husband and I spent 4 hours together traveling in a car to visit his family. Increase our Monthly Debt Payment. We have set a goal date of July 2015 to pay off all of our debt. Start College Savings Accounts for our Girls. Four hours of uninterrupted time is a luxury, so we took advantage of it.

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Financial Goals Goals 2012 Emergency Fund 127

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 10, 2012

. ” Dr Dean presents iPads And Tablets: Ten Ways To Keep ‘Em Safe While Traveling posted at The Millionaire Nurse Blog , saying, “iPad’s size and weight make them great for traveling Read all about how to help keep yours from the black hole that is ‘ airline lost and found.’

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Money May 2012 Debt 113

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 17, 2018

We want to be debt free. We want to travel to Disney and Hawaii. We want to help pay for our daughters’ college. We want to travel in an RV when we retire. I created this collage back in 2015 for a sponsored post and it is mostly still accurate. And personally, I want to run a full marathon and write a book.

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Home and Garden Financial Goals Friends And Family Sale Gardening 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2011

I did this yeas ago when I was in debt and it made paying off the debt a reality. We do this and not only is handy when we travel but we also save trees. Tax Debt Help presents Savers Tax Credit: Get Rewarded for Retirement. Jeri Ford presents $7,200 Worth of Free Travel in 12 months. Save Money this Spring: #5.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

Thinking about saving money, traveling the world, investing in the market, or starting a new job? The College Investor: Start Automatic Investing in 2012 – How you can automate your investing in 2012 the easy way. Look no further because it is all in here this week. Read away my friends. I promise you it will be worth your time.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 14, 2012

. ” John presents Q1 2012 Credit Card Debt Study posted at Card Hub , saying, “The first quarter of 2012 indicates consumers are paying down credit card debt. Will this trend continue throughout the year, or will consumer credit card debt follow the same path it has in previous years? Here are the answers.

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Money 2012 June Credit Cards 124

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2011

The College Investor : Best Defensive Stock Sectors The best stock sectors for playing defense in a rough market. Good Financial Cents: What to Watch For With Debt Settlement Companies Considering using a debt settlement company? Here’s some tips to be wary of when trying to consolidate your debt.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Allstate life insurance Allstate life insurance can help provide financial security for a variety of needs, including college tuition, taking care of future generations and covering outstanding debts. Keeping up a consistent history of on-time payments will likely help you lower your overall home insurance premium costs.

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