Family Balance Sheet

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. Tell us about you and your family. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it?

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Debt Debt Free Pay Off Debt Financial Goals 236

Family Balance Sheet

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 Money Credit Cards Donation 130

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 6, 2022

I use my plasma money for special treats for my family and me. 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.

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July Frugal Credit Cards Donation 130

Family Balance Sheet

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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Family Balance Sheet

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. Tell us about you and your family. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? What inspired you to get debt free?

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Debt Debt Free Finance Friends And Family Sale 245

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 19, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Anna. She is on a mission to help others become debt free. Tell us about you and your family. My family moved to Lincoln, Nebraska before my Junior year in high school. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? What inspired you to get debt free?

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Koupon Karen

JANUARY 15, 2024

This is particularly true for family-owned enterprises, where such loans can provide the necessary capital to expand. You might be wondering how to make the most of such loans for your family business. The Need For Business Loans Like all businesses, family-owned companies may require additional funding.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 29, 2020

My mission has always been to help families build a strong financial plan, gain confidence with their money, and live the life of their dreams. That is why I created Family Budget Spreadsheets — a bundle of spreadsheets that we personally use to plan and budget our money. Color in the blocks as you hit your goals.

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Family Balance Sheet

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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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 6, 2021

January 2021 was a month of extremes in my family’s finances. We’re converting our basement to a family room area and the original family room (in the pic above) is becoming a home office. Credit cards are a tricky subject and we pay off the balance every month, so I will write more about this soon.

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Family Balance Sheet

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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Debt Debt Free Bath and Body Works Gas 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 2, 2021

I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. Credit Card Cash Back: $175. I redeemed $175 for gift cards from our business credit card’s cashback program. The post Where we found money in March 2021 appeared first on Family Balance Sheet.

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March Money Donation Credit Cards 130

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 26, 2021

Do you have enough cash to cover them or would you have to rely on high-interest credit cards or a loan from your family? With little money in their bank accounts, these Americans couldn’t afford these unfortunate expenses without using a credit card or maybe relying on a loan from family and friends.

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Emergency Fund Building 2007 Credit Cards 130

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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Family Balance Sheet

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. Tell us about you and your family. How much debt did you pay off?

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 19, 2014

Prior to FPU, we thought we were doing well financially and never considered that we had too much debt. We didn’t have credit card debt, we paid off our car notes early, and the interest rate on the student loan was at a low 2.75%, so we thought we were doing okay. “Debt is Dumb and Cash is King.”

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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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Penny Pinchin' Mom

JANUARY 16, 2024

However, if you have been following me, you know that I am quite serious about finding ways to not only get out of debt but also how to create a budget (and stick to it) as well as how to save money without necessarily depriving your family of the quality of life they deserve. Again, you’re not alone with this problem.

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Personal Finance Finance Tips Finance Mom 52

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 5, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Jessica. Tell us about you and your family. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? 130K in mortgage debt. 10K in car payments, $35K in credit card debt. We made the decision to tackle our debt back at our home church in Chattanooga.

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Family Balance Sheet

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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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 17, 2014

By the end of the month, my goal is to help you have a detailed financial plan for your family. We’ll talk about cash flow, budgets, debts, and all of the nitty gritty of our finances that might not be fun to talk about, but are so important to discuss. For years, my husband and I didn’t consider OUR debts to be wrong.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 8, 2015

That merry time of year that is filled with faith, family, food, and a little bit shopping. The average American will spend about $700 on holiday purchases* and unfortunately many people will get a little surprise in the mail in January when the credit card bills start rolling in. 3 Smart Steps to a Debt Free Christmas.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 21, 2015

Today’s debt free story is from Aja. She writes about family, finances and faith at her blog, Principles of Increase. Tell us about you and your family. We are a musical family and love plugging into our urban community through volunteering and mentoring local youth. How much debt did you pay off?

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Debt Debt Free Las Vegas Finance 100

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 5, 2021

I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. I had an unexpected surprise hit my credit card in February. This trip was a reward for our years of paying off six figures of debt , and we were going to pack a lot into our week. Airfare Refund: $2700.

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February Money Airline Flights 257

For the Mommas

AUGUST 9, 2012

Free Credit Score. 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. It really does impact us.

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Credit Cards Credit Debt Monitors 45

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

Hello and welcome to the 316th Carnival of Personal Finance- Family Edition. This week I am reminding you all about those special people in your life- your family. It was during this rather taxing weekend that I was reminded of how great a loving family can be. Families are our rock, our support system, and our fans.

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Personal Finance Finance Family Debt 240

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 23, 2015

Our main financial goal in 2015 is to pay down our non-mortgage debt. I have scrutinized our budget tirelessly and I really feel like there’s nothing more to cut, so my focus is turning to finding money to put towards debt. In January, I found $370 to put towards our debt: 1. Where can we find extra money?

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Debt January Money Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

That merry time of year that is filled with faith, family, food, and a little bit of shopping. Americans will spend about $900 on holiday purchases** and unfortunately, many people will get a little surprise in the mail in January when the credit card bills start rolling in. Take these steps and have a Debt Free Christmas.

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Christmas Budgeting Budget Money 130

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 16, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Lydia. She blogs about living a limitless life on a limited budget at Frugal Debt Free Life. Tell us about you and your family. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? We paid off $36,000 in student loans, credit cards, cars and a bit of medical debt.

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Debt Debt Free Finds Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 22, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Deacon. Tell us about you and your family. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? We paid off $52,000 in consumer debt. It consisted of student loans, a car loan and even some credit card debt. What inspired you to get debt free?

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Debt Debt Free Finance Finds 100

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

To calculate your net worth, take inventory of what you own, as well as your outstanding debt. For example, your home would count toward your net worth if you’re willing to use it for a home equity line of credit or sell it should the need arise. families by income Net worth of U.S. families by age Net worth of U.S.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 2, 2011

Have you ever broken down your debt payments to see how much goes to your principal and how much goes to interest? Look at your mortgage, your credit cards and your student loans. You will see your debts in a whole new way. Maybe it'll tick you off enough to finally take a sledgehammer to that debt. THAT SUCKS!

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Debt Student Credit Cards Finance 127

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 9, 2013

Another thing that, according to the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC), happens in childhood that affects our adult finances is that we learn from the financial behavior of our parents. They didn’t use credit (I’m not even sure they ever had a mortgage!) until late in life and then only credit cards.

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Used Parenting Credit Cards Debt 228

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

You apply for a private student loan through a bank, credit union or online lender. Compare offers from multiple lenders including banks, credit unions, online companies and state-based lenders to find the lowest interest rate. Credit score and income are taken into account for most student loans.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 6, 2013

Not too long ago, a family member asked me if I would be willing to co-sign on a loan. My rule of lending to family: Don’t. With everything that’s going on right now, we can’t really afford to take on that kind of debt obligation. Are You Prepared to Take on That Debt? It was a somewhat large loan.

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Debt Credit Money At&T 238

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Prior to 2020, we spent years aggressively paying off six figures of non-mortgage debts , so saving for college was sporadic deposits into a regulard savings account and basically on the back burner. Please: READ AND RESEARCH TO DETERMINE what is best for you and your family. You can apply for the card through your Upromise account.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 28, 2016

You will learn valuable information from leading personal finance bloggers on topics ranging from budgeting basics, dumping debt, boosting your income, and investing in YOUR future. Toni Husbands of Debt Free Divas. Monday, January 9: 12pm EST: Tips for Tackling Credit Card Debt with LaTisha Styles.

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