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. Common reasons include paying off debt, financing a large purchase such as a vehicle or a boat, or covering the cost of a major expense like a wedding or a home renovation.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 22, 2015

I own two different business, Phoenix SEO Company which helps businesses get on the first page of Google and Well Kept Wallet which is a Financial Education company. I have a passion to help people take control of their finances so that they can live the life they want to have. Now I make sure that I am getting the best deal.

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APRIL 9, 2021

Our personal finances are so interwoven with our small business finances that we view them as one. And as you’ll see below, we also added a few more steps that he probably wouldn’t suggest or approve of, but there’s a reason why this is called personal finance. A guiding light! Unfortunately, they’re not cheap.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2015

He writes at Debt Discipline about about how his family of 5 deals with money, budgets and debt. After trying to extend credit to finance the vacation and we were denied (best thing to ever happen to us) we realized we made too much money to be living like this and something had to change. What are your financial goals now?

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

Whether you are looking to save extra money for your emergency fund and potential unexpected expense, a new kitchen, or your kids’ college tuition—you name it—you will require self-discipline and a plan to reach any financial goal. You can even use a budgeting app if you need a little more support reaching your financial goal.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2011

Now without further adieu, I present you with the dozens of great reads written by Yakezie members and challengers alike this past week in our efforts to bring you timely insight on personal finance and lifestyle today. Personal Finance Whiz: Keynesian vs Hayekian Economics – The Solution To Our Recession? I’m a geek, he’s not.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Get started: Define your personal and financial goals. 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.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 21, 2015

She writes about family, finances and faith at her blog, Principles of Increase. More diligence with finances brought in more income producing opportunities for us. Each one of us on the inside knew there had to be a better way to deal with money. We rarely argued about finances since we paid the decision to be debt free.

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FEBRUARY 18, 2015

When this happened we not only were devastated emotionally, but would end up going to have our finances basically implode a few weeks after this. Dave Ramsey’s FPU (Financial Peace University). We were also dealing with stress around our son’s medical issues. What are your financial goals now?

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JUNE 16, 2015

Don’t buy stuff you don’t need even if it seems like a great deal. Decide here and now what your goals are and write them down. Who initiated the debt free goal? We had a rough few years financially and we just looked at each other one day and realized we couldn’t live like that anymore. What are your financial goals now?

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JULY 2, 2015

This may seem like a strange answer to put in this section, but we believe in helping others when they are struggling and putting our finances towards caring for our community and others around the world. We save and try to manage our finances, but do so with an openness to give money away as well. What are your financial goals now?

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AUGUST 5, 2015

He was always trying to put us on budgets, help us look for ways to save and not spend so much but we never found a system that worked for us and continued in spending behaviors that didn’t help advance goals. Both are equally important and both need to be heard and respected in our finances. What are your financial goals now?

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Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 21, 2011

If you are looking to get your finances organized, you don’t want to miss this giveaway from Dave Ramsey, who has helped millions of people get out of debt and start saving. His Financial Peace University teaches people how to make the right decisions regarding money and empowers them to achieve their financial goals.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 10, 2013

Consider the best and worst case scenarios and how you would deal with each one if you make this decision. If you decide that you should diversify your finances, you will need to figure out how (perhaps by choosing an asset allocation model), and then do transactions to make it happen. Make the best deal you can.

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 25, 2013

For moms who want to simplify their cash flow management, Mint.com offers a simple, instant snapshot of your finances wherever you go. This free award-winning app offers up-to-date information on your account balances, budgeting and transactions so you can make better financial decisions. RetailMeNot: iPhone, Android. and Canada only.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

The refinancing process is similar to the purchase mortgage application process: The lender reviews your finances to assess your risk level and determine your eligibility. Do the math for yourself, but know that it often makes more financial sense to pay closing costs upfront if you can afford to.

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The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

Although my parents never specifically taught me about finances, they lived a frugal life by necessity. I learned from the best, but I believe that a personal finance course should be a requirement for both high school and college graduation. I grew up in banking and held other finance-related positions during my working years.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Here’s why: It leaves you with more disposable income It gives you greater peace of mind It makes it easier for you to invest the extra cash When you don’t have crushing credit card debt to worry about, you can plan your finances better, invest more, and spend the excess cash on better insurance policies for yourself and your family.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 8, 2018

A budget could help you avoid late and insufficient funds fees, find money for an upcoming trip or expense, and ease a disagreement over finances in a marriage. Personally, budgeting has allowed us to control of our money, reach financial goals, and start planning for our dream life. This is not a once and done deal.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

She helps readers gain control of their finances and live well on a budget at her blog Cook with a Shoe . I found Dave Ramsey’s plan about a year after we had been married and finances were really tight, especially with a variable income. Who handles the day-to-day finances in your home or do you work on it equally?

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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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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 4, 2015

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 are your financial goals now? How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? I worked like a dog and paid bills.

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JUNE 2, 2016

Many personal finance bloggers talk about having a “no spend week” – well basically I had a “no spend” five years! Short Term Wins – Reducing the outstanding debt in exchange for larger upfront payments sounds great – but then you need to find the money for such a deal!

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AUGUST 11, 2014

Who initiated the debt free goal? I initiated the debt free goal. It was a deal breaker with my ex-boyfriend. Who handles the day-to-day finances in your home or do you work on it equally? How often do you and your spouse discuss your finances/budget/spending? What are your financial goals now?

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