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Our 2018 Financial Goals

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Save a starter Home Emergency Fund. Dave Ramsey suggests to have a starter emergency fund of $1000 while focusing on paying off non-mortgage debt. The purpose of a starter fund is to cover any sudden expenses so that we don’t go into more debt when dealing with them. Increase business emergency savings.

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Our Debt Freedom Plan | Marriage & Money

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Save $$$ Home Emergency Fund – Dave suggests to start at $1000, but being self-employed, ours is much higher, but it is not quite 3-6 months of expenses. The purpose is to cover any sudden expenses so that we don’t go into more debt when dealing with them. | DONE. Our goal is to have everything funded by the summer.

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How to Start a Budget (and be successful at it!)

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If they are, you can consider putting the extra funds into an emergency fund, pay off a credit card, or save for another financial goal. This is not a once and done deal. What a great problem to have, right?!?! First, check your projections to make sure they’re accurate. Budgeting is a lifelong habit.

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My #SavingsPledge Goal

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Last week I told you about the Savings.com Savings Pledge where I teamed up with Savings.com and the other Deal Pros to help America save $1 Billion. I encouraged you to build an emergency fund or pay down debt with your savings. Many of my fellow Deal Pros are determined to save as well. Happy Saving!

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