Motherhood Moments

MARCH 4, 2023

In this blog post, we'll share some of the top financial habits that can help you improve your financial mindset and reduce your chances of falling head over heels in debt. Smart money hacks for the debt-averse individual Here are some of the easiest and most effective strategies to get you started on the road to financial success.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

Credit card rewards programs are no different. The rewards encourage you to charge things on their card. Many people today seem to prefer paying by credit card. carries credit card debt of $15,325, although that figure is somewhat skewed by a small number of extraordinarily debt-stricken families and couples.”.

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APRIL 9, 2021

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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APRIL 1, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Brian. He writes at Debt Discipline about about how his family of 5 deals with money, budgets and debt. I started my blog Debt Discipline to help keep us accountable while paying off our debt. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it?

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

DECEMBER 17, 2023

The post The Age Old Question: Should You Pay Off Debt or Save? Should you pay off debt or save? So, you want to get started on debt repayment so you can focus on other financial goals? However, if you pay off these debts, there will be nothing left for investments in these tough financial times.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 5, 2014

I’m sure you’ve heard: household debt is on the rise and consumerism is everywhere. Between credit card offers in the mail promising great rewards and the ability to borrow money for next to nothing, debt can be enticing. My experiences with debt have been 100% negative. When I was 18, I got my first credit card.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 13, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: The following post comes from the NerdWallet.com team, experts in helping users find the right rewards credit cards. 4 of the Craziest Credit Card Scams. Then to top it all off, there are credit card scammers out there that are looking to get your personal information.

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Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 26, 2022

One of the most impactful resolutions people can make for 2023 is getting out of credit card debt. Credit card debt is rising at a historic pace , and owing a lot can put people in a very difficult position if the job market takes a turn for the worse. This material comes from Motherhood Moment.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

Welcome to Debt Free Stories. She and her husband paid off $147,000 in debt–including their home. After paying off the debt, she was able to quit her job to pursue her passion. She blogs at The Debt Myth. Quitting my job is one of the things being debt free has enabled us to do. How much debt did you pay off?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 8, 2013

Personal debt has unfortunately become a way of life in the 21 st century with levels reaching all time highs. Easy credit, a have-it-now mentality and the consumer-driven society have all created this situation. Managing your debt is vital if you are to avoid going down this road. Does any of that sound familiar?

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MAY 6, 2020

How Our Debt Freedom Plan Prepared Us for the Pandemic. I am totally paraphrasing the year, but had it not been for the money in our emergency savings, we would most likely have used credit cards to survive. We’d survived the dip in 2007, carried no credit card debt, and we were contributing to our retirement.

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APRIL 12, 2013

"Debt is Dumb, Cash is King" - Dave Ramsey. He has successfully inspired thousands of people to a life free of credit cards and debt. It just seemed easier to us to carry and use credit cards versus cash. If we could reduce our spending by 12-18%, we could put that money towards our debt.

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MAY 4, 2021

I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. Credit Card Cash Back Redemptions in April: $439.62. Years ago during our Debt Freedom Plan, I avoided using credit cards, not because we had credit card debt, but I was trying to limit our overall spending.

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APRIL 19, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Anna. She is on a mission to help others become debt free. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? It was a mix of college loans, a personal loan from my parents (for college), an overdraft account, and credit card debt. Where are you from?

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AUGUST 6, 2022

Credit Card Cash Back Redemptions in July: $196. Years ago during our Debt Freedom Plan, I avoided using credit cards, not because we had credit card debt, but because I was trying to limit our overall spending. However, once we paid off all of that debt, I started playing the credit card game.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2014

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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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Key takeaways A HELOC allows you to access your home’s equity over a period of time — you can borrow exactly what you need as you need it, typically for lower rates than other forms of credit. This can help you keep your monthly payments down and avoid unnecessary debt and interest. Overview: What are the pros and cons of a HELOC?

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freestuff.tv

MARCH 11, 2013

Credit Sesame is a 100% free personal finance credit and debt management tool with no credit card required or trial period. Credit Sesame makes managing personal credit online, owing less in interest and saving on mortgage, loan & credit card payments easy!

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Discount Coder UK

JULY 6, 2012

After digging himself out of over $30,000 in credit card debt, he made it his mission to help others do the same. The level of consumer debt in both the. The following is a guest post from our friends across the pond – MoneyCrashers.com David Bakke is a financial contributor for Money Crashers Personal Finance.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Key takeaways A personal loan is money you can borrow to finance large purchases, consolidate debt, invest in yourself or cover emergency expenses. Working to improve your credit score and reduce your debt-to-income ratio before applying can help get you the best loan terms. You will also start to repay the money.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Are you ready to crush debt this year? We’re going to give it everything we’ve got and hopefully pay off the last of our non-mortgage debt by the end of this year. It will be quite a feat because by my calculations we’ll be short each month if we just apply our debt snowball payment. Stretch yourself.

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Motherhood Moments

JANUARY 24, 2023

It is important to remember that just like buying a car or another large purpose, the bank will be looking at your credit report to determine if you are a trustworthy borrower. The lower your credit score, the more you may end up paying monthly. First, check your credit report for potential errors.

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freestuff.tv

MAY 11, 2013

Credit Sesame is a 100% free personal finance credit and debt management tool with no credit card required or trial period. Credit Sesame makes managing personal credit online, owing less in interest and saving on mortgage, loan & credit card payments easy! Manage Your Money'

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Key takeaways A home equity loan allows you to borrow a lump sum against your home’s equity, usually at a fixed interest rate that’s lower than other forms of consumer debt. The interest rate you receive on a home equity loan (as with other loans) will vary depending on your lender, credit score, income and other factors.

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freestuff.tv

FEBRUARY 18, 2013

Credit Sesame is a 100% free personal finance credit and debt management tool with no credit card required or trial period. Credit Sesame makes managing personal credit online, owing less in interest and saving on mortgage, loan & credit card payments easy!

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Personal loans are becoming more popular among people looking to consolidate debt and find lower interest rates than credit cards. Average personal loan interest rates by credit score People with good or excellent credit may find average loan interest rates in the low double digits. percent as of March 27, 2024.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

You can use this money for any purpose, including home remodeling , consolidating higher-interest debt , college tuition and other financial needs. Cash-out refinances are generally best for big-ticket costs: Think home renovations or major debt consolidation. This can be a boon for your credit score.

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Saving Cents With Sense

MAY 8, 2013

You’ve deleted thousands in loan and credit card balances and it must have taken years of efforts, hard work and sacrifice. Now that your statements finally read zero, your credit cards might be finally open and your spending limits should also be high enough. Carry your debit cards or cash with you. Cut it down.

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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. How much debt did you pay off?

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 20, 2016

Credit Card Rules You Should Live By. Ah, the credit card. That magical card of freedom. You may have gotten your first card in college, before you had any salary at all but just in time for that upcoming spring break trip: clothes, gas money, hotel…and then, one month later… BOOM! Just say no.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 25, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: This guest post was written by Frank Collins, a professional writer specialized in topics related to personal finance, debt relief, credit repair and more. If you are willing to settle your debts on your own, pass through the debt settlement blog for more tips and advice on the topic.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

I watched her and her husband’s debt free scream on The Dave Ramsey Show. You can find Angela at her You Tube channel, Our Life…on a Budget , where she vlogs about getting out of debt and staying there! Angela & Jeff’s Debt Free Story. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it?

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JANUARY 29, 2015

Why are we jumping through these hoops to be debt free? WHY do we want to be debt free? When we wrote our Debt Freedom Plan , I posted it on the refrigerator as a daily reminder for the two of us. Daddy and I needed to pay off some debts before we could make a trip to Disney. ”, “What does debt freedom mean?”

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 7, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: Ryan is a contributory writer associated with the Debt Consolidation Care Community and has written several articles for various financial websites. He holds his expertise in the Debt industry and has made significant contribution through his various articles. Leave behind debt relief options.

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For the Mommas

AUGUST 11, 2012

Reminder, you can check your credit score for free! We all know how important our credit score is. Here is an opportunity to check your credit score , 100% free, with NO credit card required. You will get your Experian Credit Score via a secure website. You will also get a listing of your debt.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The worst-case scenario is that you get a loan without a clear picture of its impact on your monthly cash flow, leading you to take on more debt to make up for it. Consolidation puts all of your debts together under one monthly payment at one interest rate. It doesn’t hurt to be prudent,” Young says. “If

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 4, 2015

It was nearly impossible to figure out exactly how the program would work for each query, because, as Bonnie Baker (the engaging and energetic DB2 speaker) used to put it “It depends” Likewise with understanding whether the rich use debt differently than the rest of us… it depends. It depends on how the debt is managed.

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