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5 Lessons Learned When Our Finances Went Awry

Family Balance Sheet

Our small business was going well and we said so long to renting office space and purchased a commercial property. I was reminded that even though August 2013 was a scary time, I learned some valuable lessons and proved to myself that I can make positive changes with regards to my family’s finances. Yep, life was good.

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The High Price of Excuses, Justification, and Avoidance.

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Last week I was having a conversation with an acquaintance who just moved to Central Park Towers, a luxury building right on Central Park West in Manhattan, i.e. my dream location… if I had a million dollars. Considering that she too is an unemployed actress, and we were having this conversation at an audition, I asked about cost.

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5 Reasons Mature Adult Offspring Fear “The Money Talk” with their Parents

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

My spouse and I have been prying that particular conversational door open with our adult children and their spouses for several years now in our annual family meeting, but not a whisper of talk has been planned with the oldest member of our family – my spouse’s 90 year old Mom. be nosy about what they have.

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A Goal Without a Plan is Just a Wish

Family Balance Sheet

After renting an office for 12 years, we had nothing to show for it and the space was starting to feel a bit cramped. I manage the finances for our business and our family and by August 2013, I felt the weight of the situation. However a few years ago, we found ourselves with too much debt and not enough cash.

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Buying A House In 2023: A Step-By-Step Guide

Savings Corner

Would renting for another year or two improve your financial standing? Check your credit score Your credit score will help you determine your financing options; lenders use it (among other factors) to set the terms and rates of your loan. Common real estate contingencies can hinge on financing, appraisal, home inspection and more.

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Carnival of Financial Planning – Money Management Edition #231

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Wayne presents Purpose of Budgeting posted at Young Family Finance , saying, “Are you left wondering why you should budget? Justin presents Know the Common Mistakes with Your Personal Finances posted at Budget Snob , saying, “Many people make the same financial mistakes. The Skilled Investor , Editor.

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How this Couple Eliminated $180,000 of Debt in 12 Months!

Family Balance Sheet

Renting, not having super nice furniture or cars, having mismatched dishes and bedding. I initiated the “I swear it’ll be totally fun to pay off our debt” conversation. Who handles the day-to-day finances in your home or do you work on it equally? We completely started over.

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