Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 10, 2014

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Carrie. Tell us about you and your family. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? After my first marriage fell apart, I ended up with over $14,000 of consumer debt, made up of a car loan and credit cards. What inspired you to get debt free? Next summer?

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Debt Debt Free Financial Goals Goals 227

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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Debt Debt Free Budgeting Budget 100

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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Debt Debt Free Finds Finance 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Charissa. Tell us about you and your family. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? We started paying it off when we got married and became debt free just shy of our second anniversary. What inspired you to become debt free? Where are you from?

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Debt Debt Free College Finds 100

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

A few years back, my extended family took a trip to Holland, Michigan. My family loves watching movies and tv series together, and having regular game nights. As an adult, it’s important to me to continue to be generous, as well as, provide financial security for myself and my family. A freebie cabinet. helping out 7.

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Kids and Family Home and Garden Money Frugal 187

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 11, 2021

I’m going to be spending the next few weeks giving my family’s finances a good spring cleaning. T – time-based, tangible, In 2019, we paid off six figures of non-mortgage debts. Related Reading : How We Paid off Six Figures of Debt. Update (or create) your Family Balance Sheet. Review your Yearly Goals.

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Finance Cleaning Goals Insurance 130

Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Believe me when I tell you that your financial literacy is just as important as taking care of your family. Pay Down Debt Yes, this is a good way to set yourself up financially. Getting out of debt should make the top three of your financial priorities. It’s not necessarily fun, but definitely necessary.

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Money Insurance Debt Bulk 52

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Most of my evenings/weekends are just hanging out (largely at home and in the yard with my family). Second, coming from poverty, I am so grateful to be able to help my family when they need things. The weight of debt can be so heavy mentally in addition to the direct effects of it. The biggest would be the student loans.

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Virginia Kids and Family Library Frugal 186

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Shannon. Tell us about you and your family. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? As many students do these days, we had tens of thousands of dollars of debt by the time we graduated with our Masters degrees. What inspired you to get debt free?

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Debt Free Debt Financial Goals Budgeting 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 12, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Jessica. In my spare time, I love hanging out with family and friends, running (I have completed three half marathons) and singing in my church choir. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? I had $56,000 of debt when I decided to become debt free.

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Credit Cards Debt Debt Free Student 100

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 9, 2014

When my husband and I wrote our Debt Freedom Plan earlier this year, we made a commitment to scrutinize our monthly expenses to find money to put towards our plan. Last summer my husband started volunteering at the Y in exchange for a free family membership and now we have all of the benefits of the gym, but not the monthly fee.

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Grocery Spending Financial Goals January Budgeting 242

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

I live in the Midwest with my family. Growing up in a large family, we had enough, but with the specter of inflation and bad job market (gotta love the 70’s and 80’s) , there was definitely a feeling of needing to make sure you had a cushion. I want my family to have what they need and be comfortable.

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Kids and Family Money Home and Garden Frugal 190

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

I am so impressed by the amount of biking and walking she and her family do, especially since it’s the functional sort, to get yourself from point A to point B. ” Sunrise on Lake Michigan I’ve moved a LOT – not as much as a military family, perhaps, but quite a bit for someone my age!

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Kids and Family Parenting Cars Car 192

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 27, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Olivia. Tell us about you and your family. We are both planners and despise wasting money on debt/interest, which is what led us to pay off our mortgage as soon as we could! How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? We paid off a total of $118,000 debt.

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Debt Debt Free Pay Off Debt Finds 100

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

We can decorate it however we want and then we post it on Facebook and have our friends and family vote on their favorite. Growing up we tended to be a paycheck-to-paycheck family. We also have many small examples just through letting people know that we are open to accepting used items (definitely not the norm in our affluent suburb).

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Iowa Friends And Family Sale Boys Son 169

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 3, 2012

On Christmas day, my husband and I spent 4 hours together traveling in a car to visit his family. We talked through some issues and opportunities for our business and our personal, family, and financial goals. Increase our Monthly Debt Payment. We have set a goal date of July 2015 to pay off all of our debt. Finish Will.

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Financial Goals Goals 2012 Emergency Fund 127

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 25, 2011

Sure, I enjoy using my cell phone and I will definitely get a lot of use out of our new games, but they aren’t enough to make me really happy. We decided it was necessary to reduce our debt repayment and start saving for family vacations. The week cost us several extra months of remaining in debt, but it was worth every cent.

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Vacation Debt Kids and Family Swap 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 22, 2013

So, if you’re someone who is contemplating having a child, it is definitely a responsible question to ask yourself “Am I financially ready to have kids?” ” Before you answer, here are five other questions to ponder that will help to provide you with the clarity that you seek: How Much Debt Do I Have? .

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Kids College Tuition Birth Control Insurance 222

freestuff.tv

APRIL 5, 2011

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Sweepstakes Blu Ray Debt Free Camcorders 109

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 17, 2015

Accordingly, I learned to think we were a middle class family. After all, we were just as good as the next family, right? To get a more accurate figure, PEW research came up with a different definition, those making between 67 percent and 200 percent of the state’s median income based on analysis of the American Community Survey, U.S.

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Polls New York City Wichita Debt 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 10, 2011

Reducing Debt. Eventually you will have to pay off your debt and if you have let it get out of control, you are going to be in for a real surprise. I say, set your priorities and pick your purchases wisely and by doing so you can avoid debt for good. Family Matters. Keep it up; we are all rooting for you.

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Personal Finance March Finance Family 133

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. If we could reduce our spending by 12-18%, we could put that money towards our debt. Dave Ramsey has built quite a business around that quote. My husband and I always thought we were different.

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Credit Cards Credit Debt March 100

Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Should you just pretend that you don’t have savings and increase your debt ? Here, let me show you: Say, for example, that your family is used to a certain high-end brand of cereal, but your analysis has shown that it’s too expensive and should be part of the things you cut out of your monthly budget to shore up that 20%.

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Saving Money Money Saving Bills 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

The best way to prioritize your expenses is by looking at your immediate needs and the immediate needs of the family to get a better grasp of which ones to pay first. Daily Essentials Toiletries like toothpaste, shampoo, soap and the like are definitely important necessities that you need to prioritize.

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Bills Telephones Money Taxes 213

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

He then advises paying off your non-mortgage debt before fully funding an emergency fund with 3 – 6 months worth of expenses. If you are self-employed, work for a company or in an industry that is unstable, or maybe you or someone in your family has medical issues, you might want to save 6-12 months of expenses.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 21, 2012

Kristen from My Dollar Plan reminds us Why You Should Tell Your Family About Your Debt. I know our families all talk pretty open about money issues so that we can help and support each other. I know our families all talk pretty open about money issues so that we can help and support each other. I totally agree.

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Personal Finance Finance Debt Money 219

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 30, 2013

Dave Ramsey is famous for telling his listeners to start delivering pizzas to claw their way out of debt. Years ago, a neighbor started delivering newspapers to increase their family’s income. If this is an option, definitely seek counsel to help you write up an agreement and to find out your local laws.

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Finds Part Time Hobby October 113

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 12, 2015

T – time based, tangible, Take a peek at my family’s financial goals–I keep our Debt Freedom Plan on our refrigerator door for a constant reminder of our financial goals. Update (or create) your Family Balance Sheet. And I definitely added ‘Pay Rent’ on the list. A – achievable and agreed upon. R – realistic.

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Finance Cleaning Financial Goals Goals 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 14, 2013

Spending more than you can afford will definitely put you either in grave debt, or it can even make you bankrupt at some point. 5 Ways To Save Money In College How To Be a Frugal Family. Master the Art of Budgeting. Budgeting is simply spending just within your means. It involves prioritizing the more important expenses.

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Money Cable Service Budgeting Budget 273

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

We have more stable careers, we have no debt (other than our mortgage), and we own a home. I remember when we moved we had to pay for help because no one in our family was in the shape needed to lift furniture. Reducing Debt. Frugal Dad shares with us 10 Side Hustles that we can use to pay off our debt. How about you?

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February Debt Finance Personal Finance 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 13, 2013

My entertainment budget is not very big, because my “fun” happens to be reading, writing, and spending time with family. It’s fair game if you aren’t going into debt over it and if you are still able to put money aside for emergencies, retirement, and to meet your goals. Luckily, none of these hobbies tend to cost very much.

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Money Cars Car Laptops 184

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 6, 2012

Wayne presents Purpose of Budgeting posted at Young Family Finance , saying, “Are you left wondering why you should budget? ” Managing Debt. Jeremy Waller presents Do You Have What It Takes To Be Debt Free And Financially Successful? You see theres a reason that the majority of people are in debt.

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Money Finance Personal Finance Real Estate 133

Finally Frugal

MAY 30, 2012

Though it is a tough road and my friends and family are still wondering if I'm nuts (I must admit I wonder myself as I go from job to job to job), I can finally see that I may actually be free of student loan debt in early 2013!! So for those of you out there who are in debt up to your eyeballs (or armpits, or belly button.

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Debt Student TV shows Goals 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

The Debt Princess: The Kool-Aid Effect: The Relationship Between the Poor & Nutrition – A look into how the working poor are eating unhealthy. Debt consolidation loans help minimize the payment you have to pay, which was a huge help back when I was a broke college graduate. My student loans stand at approximately $22,550.

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Credit Cards Credit Finance Personal Finance 220

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

Frugal Dad reminds us that the war on debt starts at home and until we make changes there, we are never going to win the battle. My money habits have definitely changed over the years. I can definitely see how some could take it this way but I personally try to live more balanced. Reducing Debt. Where are you at?

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February Finance Personal Finance Money 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

As a parent, you want to be able to contribute as much as possible so that your child will not have to apply for student loans and go into debt. Make sure your family is protected. This adage definitely applies to doing your taxes, and there are many tax professionals that offer their services.

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Life Insurance Financial Goals Insurance Taxes 203

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 2, 2012

The news of our health definitely was a shock because we aren’t overweight and I feel most people would consider us “healthy” based on outward appearance. He shares his family’s journey out of debt, a myriad of financial knowledge, and great weekly recipes.

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Eating Out Meals Health Cooking 188