Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 5, 2014

She runs MoneyZen Wealth Management , and has a financial blog geared toward helping women master their finances. How we handle our money early in life can impact us in future years- for example, young adults who rely on credit may find themselves continuing this pattern throughout life and consumed with debt.” Eleanor Blayney, CFP.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

DECEMBER 17, 2023

The post Managing Family Finances: Tips and Strategies for a Better Financial Future appeared first on Penny Pinchin' Mom. Family finances can be tricky! Provide your family with a desirable quality of life while still ensuring that your family’s finances are secure for the future. I would know.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 21, 2015

We carried no credit card debt and we contributed to our retirement. We had a lot of debt, not enough cash flow, and very little set aside for emergencies. 5 Lessons Learned When Our Finances Went Awry. The extra debt that we took on was beginning to suffocate us, so I sat down and created a step-by-step plan.

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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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JULY 22, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Deacon. 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.

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OCTOBER 6, 2014

Welcome to 31 Days to Organize Your Finances. 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. Earlier this year, my husband and I wrote a specific list of financial goals and named it Our Debt Freedom Plan.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

In highly affluent circles, a family office is a private wealth management firm that manages the finances and investments for the ultra-wealthy and their families. While I was still helping my husband from home with his business, I felt like I wasn’t contributing to our finances and that drove me crazy. Implement our Debt Freedom Plan.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 6, 2011

Are you currently in debt? Like many of us who have previously been in debt, I know how difficult financial management can be. Many of us have never been taught the basics as a child and once we reach adulthood, we find ourselves making poor financial decisions that take us down the road of debt. See where you can make cutbacks.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

To calculate your net worth, take inventory of what you own, as well as your outstanding debt. That includes revolving consumer debts — such as credit card balances — as well as personal, auto, payday and title loan balances. Here’s how net worth stacks up by income, age , family size and education, and how it has changed since 2016.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

You can use this money for any purpose, including home remodeling , consolidating higher-interest debt , college tuition and other financial needs. Cash-out refinances are generally best for big-ticket costs: Think home renovations or major debt consolidation. The difference between the two is given to you in a lump-sum payment.

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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. Working to improve your credit score and reduce your debt-to-income ratio before applying can help get you the best loan terms. Here are some of the most common applications.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

In short, if it involves finances, then there’s a way to plan for it and optimize the outcome. A financial plan can help you direct how you organize your finances, from the small, short-term questions to the big, long-term issues. Debt reduction – How much do you need to pay down and how can you do it? What is a financial plan?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 30, 2013

As you might expect, especially among personal finance bloggers, financial resolutions are pretty popular. What if you are ready to take your finances to the next level? Whether it’s helping others, travel, or living debt-free, view your money as a resource that can help you live your preferred lifestyle. Educate Yourself.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 24, 2012

Forty-one percent of adults in the United States gave themselves a grade of C, D, or F on their knowledge of personal finance (according to the 2011 Consumer Financial Literacy Survey Final Report of the National Foundation for Credit Counseling). According to the resolution: Twenty-five.6

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 10, 2013

If you’re currently balancing your debt payoff and savings efforts, Canadian Budget Binder highlights the reason why it’s important to get out of debt first before saving. Are you a current student or someone who’s currently paying off student loan debt? Having a hard time keeping your resolutions? As December.

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The Frugal Girl

DECEMBER 11, 2023

and realized we should pay off this debt as quickly as possible. The teachers and education are wonderful and our kids are thriving there so we will continue it as long as we can afford to. Did you ever receive any financial education in school or from your parents? for anyone curious ? ) What’s one thing you splurge on?

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Instead of basing your loan offer on your credit, they look at your academic performance and earning potential to determine your ability to pay back the debt. They’ll also look at your or your co-signer’s debt-to-income ratio to make sure you have the funds to pay a student loan bill in addition to any other bills in your name.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 11, 2016

The cost of college education is crushing and many parents feel compelled to assist or pay for the entire tuition. But for our own safety net, we must make our finances a priority. We charted out our course of action to pay off debts and start saving for retirement. This leaves not much left to save for retirement. It is a lot.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Many people use the cash from a cash-out refinance to fund large-scale home improvements, education expenses or debt consolidation. Most lenders will require you to maintain at least 20% equity in your home. Pros of a cash-out refinance Potentially lower interest rate. Potentially higher interest rate.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

To find out whether your business can afford a loan, many lenders will use something called a debt service coverage ratio (DSCR). DSCR = annual net operating income / total annual debt, including principal and interest Many lenders won’t consider any business with a DSCR below 1.25, and the higher the number, the stronger you look.

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Saving With Shellie

JANUARY 10, 2012

If your New Year’s Resolution is to get your finances in check, you’ll want to check out the deal today from Mamasource. Get the Dave Ramsey Money Education Bundle for just $45 (a $120 value). My husband and I have never had debt other than our cars and house but still have found Dave’s approach very helpful.

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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. While high compared to their average of six percent in 2022, that’s significantly lower than other forms of consumer debt. What is a home equity loan?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 5, 2011

5 Pieces of Advice to Tell Your Child About Money is a series that will run every Tuesday for the next few weeks where some of the top personal finance bloggers share their thoughts on this topic. Get an education , but focus on a topic that really interests you then get really good at it. Here is what he had to say: 1.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 4, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: Elias Cortez, from Dallas, TX is currently a freelance writer specializing in writing on education and career information articles. Are you having a hard time controlling your finances? Many parents are finding it hard to control their finances and stretch their wallet these days more than ever.

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JUNE 4, 2015

However a few years ago, we found ourselves with too much debt and not enough cash. Within a year after settlement, we found ourselves with a lot of debt, not enough cash flow, and very little set aside for emergencies. I manage the finances for our business and our family and by August 2013, I felt the weight of the situation.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 10, 2014

Would you feel a weight lifted if you could pay off your high-rate consumer debt? I like travel, I feel it’s important to set money aside for retirement and my son’s college education, and I like charitable giving. Think about what brings satisfaction to your life. Do you like helping others? Money Tips'

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 15, 2021

My oldest was in eighth grade and one of my goals for 2020 was to start saving consistently for both daughters’ college education. We want to assist them in financing their college years and we needed to make some progress. My Upromise strategy will help with our goal. What is Upromise?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 24, 2013

what kind of emotional issues you have with money and what kind of financial education you received. Taking on debt never has bothered me, because I have always felt that we kept it under control and no matter what, would pay it off. The Association for Financial Counseling Planning and Education published a study by John E.

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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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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 11, 2016

Starting today, take charge of your finances. It was my way to contribute to our finances while I was staying at home with her. Currently, we are snowballing our non-mortgage debts, otherwise known as Baby Step 2. You must become meticulous with your money. We hope to be done by the end of 2016.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Stride Funding Income Share Agreement An income share agreement, or ISA, is not a student loan, but graduate students may be able to use one to finance their education. Those benefits can come in handy depending on how much you owe — the average graduate student debt is $82,000, including undergraduate loans — and your career plans.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

Each year I bring them together in my Grandma Rie’s Money Camp and focus on different aspects of personal finance, with saving being a focus in each camp. We could take on debt to grow using other people’s money. If you are risk averse, you may lose sleep (and health) worrying about the safety of your finances.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Other lenders offer so-called “no closing cost” refinances that allow you to finance these fees with the new loan instead of paying them upfront. This could translate to more savings, depending on how much you’re borrowing and whether there are other fees.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 7, 2011

As usual there were a ton of great reads floating around the blogosphere written by my pals in the Yakezie network as well as some other personal finance bloggers. JD Roth over at Get Rich Slowly tells us how we can take control of our finances in 2011. Reducing Debt. Here are some of the hits from this week: Managing Money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: Broke Professionals is a personal finance blog aimed at the over-educated and underpaid. Join the husband/wife blogging team of Broke Professionals as they attempt to dig themselves out of a combined six figures in student loan debt. Stay out of debt in general. He is one of my heroes.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2011

Canadian Finance Blog tells us how our spare change can really add up. Canadian Personal Finance Blog shares with us what he has learned about money management over the years. Bucksome Boomer shares with us how to revolutionize our finances using our savings. Reducing Debt. He just turned 50 this week. Happy bday!!!

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Nicoles Nickels

JULY 25, 2012

Education expenses seem to grow every year. Credit Sesame will help you manage your finances, and unlock your credit potential. Credit Sesame will help you manage your finances, and unlock your credit potential. It is an easy way to monitor and manage your credit and loans all in one place and save money on debt.

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