Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

Instead, he shared the story about Susan, a wife, and mother who handled all of the financial tasks in her home, from budgeting to making investment decisions. It was a hard transition for me to go from being a major financial contributor in our marriage to staying at home with a baby and not bringing in a paycheck.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 30, 2012

The same can be said about finances – it is often the little things you do, the small actions you take, that have the biggest impact on your financial security, both in the present and in the future. Of course, this concept is true whether the little things are positive or negative.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 11, 2013

This course is taking a lot out of me. I am managing so far, but free time has been pretty scarce these days. Are you struggling to find motivation with your financial goals? My week, just like last week has been a blur. I am definitely noticing I don’t seem to have the same stamina I did when I was younger.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Shannon. I have been sharing my passion for simple living on GrowingSlower.com since 2011, and I now have added the Real Mom’s Guide series of books and courses to further encourage my readers! Read more about Shannon’s debt free journey. What inspired you to get debt free?

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

It’s a tight budget and I failed miserably over the summer, but we have lots of financial goals, so I need to get it back in line. I love to watch my girls swim and push themselves physically, but since they are in two different age groups, they swim have different practice times… of course! Homemade Sugar-Free Applesauce.

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APRIL 2, 2022

It’s FREE and each playground visit is a new experience with different kids to play with and different equipment to explore. Visit a State Park – Do you like to picnic, hike, swim, camp, bike, bird watch, canoe, fish, and spend your free time exploring the great outdoors? Visit a different playground each week.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 31, 2012

Make sure that you follow a logical course, and then focus on one step (or mini-goal) at a time. Don’t just define a concrete goal with your milestones. Think about what you will do, or how you will celebrate, when you achieve your goal. What helps you set better goals? 8 Ways to Reach Your Goals.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

It’s Frugal Friday: A recap of how we frugal-ed our way through the week so that we have more money to put towards our financial goals. Thursday: Parmesan chicken tenders , mashed potatoes, steamed broccoli, homemade sugar-free applesauce. Free Date Night! Ebates is FREE and super easy to use.

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APRIL 9, 2021

Stressed out, we ventured into Dave Ramsey’s online Financial Peace University home course for help. Prior to FPU, we thought we were doing well financially and never considered that we had too much debt. To stay motivated I would listen to the debt-free screams on The Dave Ramsey Show. I felt like a failure at times.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

The segment was so inspiring that I reached out to her to see if she would participate in the Debt Free Stories series. She hosts a You Tube channel, The Former Mrs. Jones , where she vlogs about budgeting, debt free living, and family life. Meet the Former Mrs. Jones: Her Debt Free Story. What inspired you to become debt free?

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

The trade-off, of course, is that in lowering risk exposure, investors are likely to earn lower returns over the long run. That may be fine if your goal is to preserve capital and maintain a steady flow of interest income. It’s easy to find a qualified financial advisor to guide you through life’s most important financial decisions.

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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. What inspired you to get debt free? If married, who initiated the debt free goal? Watch their Debt Free Scream here!

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APRIL 1, 2021

However, if you do use it , ask your gym if they swap volunteer hours for a free membership. Years ago, my husband received a free family membership by working at the front desk of the gym from 6 – 9 am two Saturdays a month. Related Reading: 30 FREE, but Thoughtful Gift Ideas and see how creative you can be.

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AUGUST 5, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Jessica. We live a pretty busy lives and when given free weekends at home we love spending time at home on our little farm. Our lives have been forever changed and our opportunity to financial success in the future are greater than they could have ever been! Where are you from?

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JANUARY 19, 2012

Over the course of 2011, I learned some lessons about myself and how I respond to goals. I learned so much that I hope to apply these lessons to my personal and financial goals for 2012. 5 Steps to Succeeding Your Goals. How hard will you push yourself to achieve your goals in 2012? Do you have a plan?

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The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

A few years back, I hit my all-time high by borrowing 126 books over the course of one year. I learned from the best, but I believe that a personal finance course should be a requirement for both high school and college graduation. Yup, I’m a voracious reader. How about two things? We don’t have to spend a lot for entertainment.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Plan your gift giving for the year using my FREE Gift Spending excel spreadsheet. Read 30 FREE, but Thoughtful Gift Ideas and see how creative you can be. 9 – Find free entertainment. You just need some imagination and a nose for free family fun. There are many gift ideas that don’t cost a dime.

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JUNE 8, 2018

Personally, budgeting has allowed us to control of our money, reach financial goals, and start planning for our dream life. I discovered the term, Zero-Based Budget, when my husband and I took Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University home course many years ago. Another way to think of a budget is a spending plan.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

It’s easy to find a qualified financial advisor to guide you through life’s most important financial decisions. Try Bankrate’s free AdvisorMatch service to quickly get connected to a CFP® professional who can help you achieve your financial goals. Passive income is not… Your job.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

In a 401(k) plan, the money you contribute each paycheck will grow tax-free until you begin withdrawals upon reaching retirement age. A Roth 401(k) allows you to withdraw your money tax-free – after years of gains – but you have to pay tax on contributions. And of course, ETFs can deliver significant returns to even novice investors.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 4, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Maureen. She writes at A Debt Free Stress Free Life. Besides writing on my personal finance blog, A Debt Free Stress Free Life, I’m an adjunct professor at a local college and own a residential and commercial cleaning business. What inspired you to get debt free?

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JUNE 2, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Richard of Frugality Magazine , where he shares frugal living tips for financial freedom. Of course, the British climate isn’t always kind, but I’m pleased to say the weather recently has been glorious and I’ve been making full use of it! What inspired you to get debt free?

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

For new customers who are also claims-free, Allstate offers a discount and a Claim-Free Bonus, which gives a 5 percent rebate on the renewal premium every year there is no claim. Claim-free discount Caret Down If you switch to Allstate without having a recent home insurance claim, you could save up to 20 percent off your premium.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 7, 2015

Today’s debt free story is from Stacy. We were debt free before I was 30 , including our home. What inspired you to get debt free? I was raised debt-free and Barry was introduced to a debt-free lifestyle from his grandmother and aunt. Live junk and debt free! Tell us about you and your family.

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