Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 19, 2014

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Amanda & Daniel. Together they blog about becoming debt free and location independence in order to serve the world at Life with a Mission. Tell us about you and your family. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? Where are you from?

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Debt Debt Free Finance Friends And Family Sale 245

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

Welcome to Debt Free Stories. She and her husband paid off $147,000 in debt–including their home. After paying off the debt, she was able to quit her job to pursue her passion. She blogs at The Debt Myth. Tell us about you and your family. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it?

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Debt Debt Free Pay Off Debt Financial Goals 236

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 4, 2014

Welcome to Debt Free Stories! They paid off $36,000 in debt and cash flowed graduate school. Tell us about you and your family. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? After graduating with our bachelor’s degrees Jon and I had about $36,000 in debt between us. Where are you from?

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Debt Free Debt Goals Student 243

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

Hello and welcome to the 316th Carnival of Personal Finance- Family Edition. This week I am reminding you all about those special people in your life- your family. It was during this rather taxing weekend that I was reminded of how great a loving family can be. Families are our rock, our support system, and our fans.

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Personal Finance Finance Family Debt 240

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Are you ready to crush debt this year? We’re going to give it everything we’ve got and hopefully pay off the last of our non-mortgage debt by the end of this year. It will be quite a feat because by my calculations we’ll be short each month if we just apply our debt snowball payment. Stretch yourself.

Debt 100

Debt Goals 2016 Calculators 100

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 29, 2020

If your fresh start for the New Year includes improving your finances, you are not alone! My mission has always been to help families build a strong financial plan, gain confidence with their money, and live the life of their dreams. This blog was based on my very first spreadsheet, the Family Balance Sheet.

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Budgeting Budget Family Property Taxes 130

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Brian. He writes at Debt Discipline about about how his family of 5 deals with money, budgets and debt. Tell us about you and your family. We’re a family of five, including, me, my wife and 3 children: 15 year old fraternal twins and a 12 year old son.

Debt 100

Debt Credit Cards Debt Free Credit 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 21, 2015

Today’s debt free story is from Aja. She writes about family, finances and faith at her blog, Principles of Increase. Tell us about you and your family. We are a musical family and love plugging into our urban community through volunteering and mentoring local youth. How much debt did you pay off?

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Las Vegas Finance 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 8, 2017

So do finances. If you give the same care to you finances that you give your garden, both should grow. You wouldn’t think of planting your day lily in the middle of an interstate, so don’t think of planting your finances in a hostile environment. It’s the same way with finances. Use good stock.

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Finance Growing Flowers and Plants Gardening 133

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 5, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Jessica. Tell us about you and your family. We live a pretty busy lives and when given free weekends at home we love spending time at home on our little farm. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? 130K in mortgage debt. Where are you from?

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Finds Finance 100

Family Balance Sheet

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.

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Bath and Body Works Gas 100

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. worth of debt.

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Budgeting Budget 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 18, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Jen. Tell us about you and your family. My family and I are most known for paying off over $212,000 worth of debt and medical expenses in four years. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? Over $212,000 worth of debt and medical expenses.

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Finance Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 29, 2015

A few weeks ago, my husband and I had an intense discussion about finances. Why are we jumping through these hoops to be debt free? WHY do we want to be debt free? They watch us have long discussions about the business and our finances. ”, “What does debt freedom mean?” Dave Ramsey.

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Daughter Thrifty 100

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 19, 2014

Prior to FPU, we thought we were doing well financially and never considered that we had too much debt. We didn’t have credit card debt, we paid off our car notes early, and the interest rate on the student loan was at a low 2.75%, so we thought we were doing okay. But Dave Ramsey’s view of debt is very different.

Debt 100

Debt Money Emergency Fund Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 13, 2016

So I’m thrilled to bring you today’s story, because I actually watched this couple’s debt free scream when it was live on the show. Drew & Farrah’s Debt Free Story. Tell us about you and your family. We have a family of 4. How much debt did you pay off? Where are you from?

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Finds Home 100

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 16, 2017

Family Balance Sheet , the website, turns 9 in October 2017, but Family Balance Sheet, the spreadsheet, turns 14. I could talk all day about personal finance and money-saving strategies, but my husband, while very responsible with money, just doesn’t feel the same way. I offer this FREE spreadsheet to community.

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Family Financial Goals Debt Calculators 100

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 22, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Deacon. Tell us about you and your family. I have a passion to help people take control of their finances so that they can live the life they want to have. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? We paid off $52,000 in consumer debt.

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Finance Finds 100

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.

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Personal Finance Finance Debt Money 219

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 15, 2012

I mean, I was young, life was good, things were happening; what did I need all that finance stuff for? Better late than never’ is a good approach to personal finance for the over 40s. There are lots of financial advisors out there who are trained in the art of financial planning , debt reduction and other financial strategies.

Personal Finance 221

Personal Finance Finance Debt Calculators 221

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 16, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Lydia. She blogs about living a limitless life on a limited budget at Frugal Debt Free Life. Tell us about you and your family. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? What inspired you to get debt free? Where are you from?

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Finds Goals 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 22, 2011

Regardless as to the specifics, many Americans have elected to decrease spending, increase savings and eradicate debt. Fortunately, there is no one size fits all plan to debt reduction. Some families find it feasible to make drastic cuts to non essential expenditures such as entertainment, dining out, and vacationing.

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Debt Recession Unemployment Budgeting 157

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 16, 2014

Welcome to 31 Days to Organize Your Finances. By the end of the month, my goal is to help you have a detailed financial plan for your family. 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. The Good Life happens.

Finance 100

Finance Money Organic Organization 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 10, 2012

Sunday lunch spent with extended family. I created our Family Balance Sheet years ago as a way for me to communicate the state of our finances to my husband. Column E = Monthly debt payment. Column H = Interest rate or finance charge. How much do we want to reduce debt by? Life happened this weekend.

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Finance Financial Goals Goals C&H 138

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 7, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: Ryan is a contributory writer associated with the Debt Consolidation Care Community and has written several articles for various financial websites. He holds his expertise in the Debt industry and has made significant contribution through his various articles. Leave behind debt relief options.

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Debt Thrifty Money Fuel 171

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2011

You spring clean your home; why not spring clean your finances? Welcome in the beauty of the season with 5 Steps to Spring Cleaning Your Finances Review your 2011 Financial Goals. The Family Balance Sheet is a form that I created to help me communicate the state of our finances with my husband. Thanks for reading.

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Finance Financial Goals Goals Credit 127

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. Update (or create) your Family Balance Sheet. Ask close friends and family for their recommendations.

Finance 100

Finance Cleaning Financial Goals Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 14, 2014

Welcome to 31 Days to Organize Your Finances. By the end of the month, my goal is to help you have a detailed financial plan for your family. 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.

Finance 100

Finance Giving Organic Organization 100

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 28, 2016

If you’re thinking about some resolutions for 2017 that have to do with YOUR finances, then I’m inviting you to join me in January for the New Year New You Financial Summit. It’s FREE, but you do need to register to gain access to the workshops. Toni Husbands of Debt Free Divas. 8 pm EST: TBD.

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New Year's Debt Personal Finance Real Estate 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 13, 2015

Before you get ready to shove those kids of yours out of the nest, here are what I consider to be (based on my experience as a person, a Mom, and a Grandma) the most important things you (or someone) should teach them about personal finance. I hope to show you how to use debt wisely. There are lots of ways to get into to debt.

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Personal Finance Finance Debt Money 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 2, 2011

Have you ever broken down your debt payments to see how much goes to your principal and how much goes to interest? You will see your debts in a whole new way. Maybe it'll tick you off enough to finally take a sledgehammer to that debt. I challenge you to take a look. THAT SUCKS!

Debt 127

Debt Student Credit Cards Finance 127

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 2, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Acadia. She writes about simple living, parenting and her family’s foster story at Fostering Simplicity. Tell us about you and your family. We strive to be a pretty active family. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? Where are you from?

Student 100

Student Debt Debt Free Finds 100

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?

Debt Free 100

Debt Free Debt Financial Goals Budgeting 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 19, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Anna. She is on a mission to help others become debt free. She writes at her personal finance website, And Then We Saved. Tell us about you and your family. My family moved to Lincoln, Nebraska before my Junior year in high school. How much debt did you pay off?

Credit Cards 100

Credit Cards Debt Free College Debt 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 4, 2016

This year, we took a long break over the holidays to travel to see friends and family, so today has been a shock to my system. While we made considerable headway in 2015 with reducing our debts, we missed our goal of paying off a loan by the end of the year. So in 2016, I will continue to share our journey to pay off our debt.

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2016 Money Financial Goals Debt 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2017

She is the co-founder of the website, Little Light on a Hill , where she writes about faith, family, and finances. I love her passion for helping others along their debt free journey. Be sure to check out her website where she is offering a free finance workbook if you subscribe to her newsletter.

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Friends And Family Sale Budgeting 100

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

A few years back, my extended family took a trip to Holland, Michigan. Before kids, I spent my free-time volunteering at a stray rescue shelter for dogs. My family loves watching movies and tv series together, and having regular game nights. After I became a mother, finances became much more complicated.

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Kids and Family Home and Garden Money Frugal 193