Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 21, 2012

Hello and welcome to this week’s Carnival of Personal Finance. If any of you have seen me host carnivals before you know that I like to add in some funny clips about personal finance for your enjoyment. Editors Picks: Big Cajun Man from THE Canadian Personal Finance Site shares 10 Phrases I have Used to Save Money.

Personal Finance 219

Personal Finance Finance Debt Money 219

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 12, 2015

7 Ways to Spring Clean Your Finances. 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. I developed our family balance sheet years ago when I needed a way to talk to my husband about our finances.

Finance 100

Finance Cleaning Financial Goals Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 11, 2020

Like many across the globe, my family’s finances are a bit unstable due to the Coronvius Pandemic. Our business has definitely been affected with no end in sight. We paid off our last non-mortgage debt in September and have since sent that loan’s monthly payment to our mortgage principal.

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Budgeting Budget Family Debt 246

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 16, 2013

We are definitely looking forward to a long weekend. Check them out: Good Reads From The Blogosphere: When you’re aggressively trying to pay down debt, you may feel that you’ve done all you can to curb your expenses, but have you really? How to Get Out of Unemployment posted at Debt Free Blog. Think Again.

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Fridays Debt Unemployment Rent 187

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 14, 2013

I have definitely been falling behind on all of these fronts. There were as always great reads out this week which I have highlighted below: Good Reads From The Blogosphere: If you’re struggling to stay afloat with your finances, Grayson at Debt Roundup highlights how the first step to recovery is to admit you don’t have a budget.

Debt 171

Debt Fridays Finance Re-use 171

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Shannon. 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. At the point when we finally got serious about paying off our debt we had $22,047 left.

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Debt Free Debt Financial Goals Budgeting 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 2, 2011

Without clear knowledge of your finances you will not be able to make an informed decision regarding whether taking out a loan is necessary and sensible. If you’re seeking a debt consolidation loan for existing debts, try to find a provider that can give you a longer repayment period, which will reduce the amount of your monthly repayments.

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Debt Economical Refinancing Money 183

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

After I became a mother, finances became much more complicated. The first few years after graduating, I racked up a large credit card debt and bought a new SUV that cost approximately the same as my annual salary. Definitely not worth the drawer space. What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts?

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Kids and Family Home and Garden Money Frugal 185

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 22, 2020

It was so big that I cried for two days straight– we paid off six figures in non-mortgage debts. How we got to six figures of non-mortgage debt: In the summer of 2012, we found an opportunity to purchase an office building for our small business. After the first year, the new business debt weighed on me.

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Debt Health Insurance Insurance Budgeting 130

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? Justin presents Know the Common Mistakes with Your Personal Finances posted at Budget Snob , saying, “Many people make the same financial mistakes. ” Managing Debt.

Money 133

Money Finance Personal Finance Real Estate 133

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 18, 2011

Number 9 : Frugal Living tells us to let the dark night guide our finances. While the plot, acting, music composition, and special effects are normally what others focus on when watching this movie, there are actually quite a few lessons in personal finance that can be learned from The Dark Knight as well. Well it does. How about you?

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Money Personal Finance Finance Credit Cards 159

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 10, 2014

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Carrie. 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? Tell us about you and your family. Where are you from?

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Debt Debt Free Financial Goals Goals 227

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

We get a visual picture every month of where are finances are and what we have spent our money on. We have more stable careers, we have no debt (other than our mortgage), and we own a home. I knew his determination and focus was something to remember, but I never thought of it in relation to finances. Reducing Debt.

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February Debt Finance Personal Finance 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2011

Sustainable Personal Finance. I definitely suggest you stop by and take a look at their site. He also blogs about multiple topics, not just personal finance, which gives his blog an added appeal. His slogan is “I blog about finances, health and the environment, and try to focus on the places where they all intersect.&#

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Personal Finance Finance Green Debt 138

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 16, 2012

This involves selecting industries and areas that you definitely do not want to be involved with such as gambling or the arms industry. If you are currently looking to adopt an ethical approach to your finances, you have probably already got some areas that you want to exclude.

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Bank Banking Fair-Trade Debt 186

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 10, 2011

Sustainable Personal Finance tells us to stop smoking. 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. Getting Healthy.

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Personal Finance March Finance Family 133

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. Avoiding the unnecessary things like extra trips to the store can help you save on gas or transportation expenses, and limiting the times that you eat out can actually do a lot for your finances.

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Money Cable Service Budgeting Budget 273

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 11, 2011

The Canadian Personal Finance Blog shares with us 10 lists he hopes none of us follow when it comes to our money management. Canadian Dream shares with us the stages of personal finance. 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. Reducing Debt.

February 113

February Finance Personal Finance Money 113

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Charissa. She helps readers gain control of their finances and live well on a budget at her blog Cook with a Shoe . 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.

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Debt Debt Free College Finds 100

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

Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

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. Besides, paying off your debt and keeping it at a healthy minimum will help your credit score rating. It’s not necessarily fun, but definitely necessary.

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Money Insurance Debt Bulk 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2011

I am talking about spring cleaning your finances and finding more ways you can save money. Today along with the great tips from my fellow personal finance bloggers, I am going to share with you six ways you can clean up your finances this season. He definitely gives you something to think about.

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Saving Money Money Credit Cards Insurance 232

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 27, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Olivia. 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. What inspired you to get debt free?

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Debt Debt Free Pay Off Debt Finds 100

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

It has been amazing for our finances and my mental health. The weight of debt can be so heavy mentally in addition to the direct effects of it. Luckily, there are now so many free books, podcasts, and other resources to learn about how to handle finances 16. What’s your best frugal win? Thank you for the recommendation.

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Virginia Kids and Family Library Frugal 185

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

I don’t want to feel like I’m wasting all the gifts I’ve been given, including my finances. I was in 4th grade, and had 2 younger siblings when they began their debt-repayment journey. We all ended up with some student loan debt, but much less than we would have without my parents cash-flowing some of the costs.

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Kids and Family Parenting Cars Car 191

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

After that, while you all primed and interested in personal finance, continue and read the awesome articles that were written across the web this week regarding personal finance and enhancing your lifestyle. Finance Fox : Reasons to Buy a Car in January – After the Holidays! Take a moment to watch them.

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Credit Cards Credit Finance Personal Finance 220

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 12, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Jessica. I work in Finance/Accounting for a large corporation but I have also started a company called Every Single Dollar , which focuses on personal finance for single women. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? How much debt did you pay off?

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Credit Cards Debt Debt Free Student 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 11, 2012

It can be so easy to run up thousands of dollars in debt just by using that credit card. Debt and an uncontrollable spending habit is probably the most common issue that causes fights between couples. Most people will not see eye to eye when it comes to how much credit card debt is acceptable. Nagging About Spending.

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Debt Credit Cards Money Credit 222

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 21, 2011

Personal Finance by the Book shares with us the nuts and bolts of budgeting and how we can be best equipped to manage our money better. Bucksome Boomer tells us how we can revolutionize our finances when it comes to insurance. Sustainable Personal Finance tells us how we can make our own cleaning products. Reducing Debt.

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January Emergency Fund Personal Finance Finance 124

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Risk: While sales can happen at any time online, helping make this strategy passive, you’ll definitely have to hustle to find a reliable source of products. Some platforms invest in equity (stock), while others invest in debt. Sellers may be willing to finance part of the sale, giving them some incentive to see the business succeed.

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Money Making Real Estate Rent 52