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5 Lessons Learned When Our Finances Went Awry

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We carried no credit card debt and we contributed to our retirement. One of the hardest conversations I have had with my husband was when I told him that I didn’t know how we would pay our bills that month. August 2013 was a month that I’d like to wipe from my memory. Prior to that, we thought we were golden.

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How to Achieve Your Financial Goals (tips from the achievers)

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She hit that goal in September 2016. Maureen eliminated $79,000 of credit card and student loan debt less than 3 years. Maureen eliminated $79,000 of credit card and student loan debt less than 3 years. Chris and his wife made a financial goal to switch to an all cash lifestyle, instead of relying on credit cards.

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