Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

Chapter 17 in this book is titled, “Why not run the family office?” 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. Hmmm, I wonder if the Kennedys have a family office? Implement our Debt Freedom Plan.

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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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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.

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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. They blog at 2 Copper Coins.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 5, 2014

I’m sure you’ve heard: household debt is on the rise and consumerism is everywhere. Between credit card offers in the mail promising great rewards and the ability to borrow money for next to nothing, debt can be enticing. My experiences with debt have been 100% negative. Debt does much more damage than good, however.

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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.

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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? We paid off $36,000 in student loans, credit cards, cars and a bit of medical debt.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 6, 2021

January 2021 was a month of extremes in my family’s finances. Finding extra cash is a fun game for me and this month has been our biggest month yet. We’re converting our basement to a family room area and the original family room (in the pic above) is becoming a home office. Found Money in January: $1681.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 29, 2020

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. That is why I created Family Budget Spreadsheets — a bundle of spreadsheets that we personally use to plan and budget our money. Color in the blocks as you hit your goals.

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 22, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Deacon. Tell us about you and your family. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? We paid off $52,000 in consumer debt. It consisted of student loans, a car loan and even some credit card debt. What inspired you to get debt free?

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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.

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APRIL 1, 2021

Follow these three action steps and the list of ideas below to find the cash for your fund. He then advises paying off your non-mortgage debt before fully funding an emergency fund with 3 – 6 months worth of expenses. Now it’s time to FIND THE MONEY! 25 Ways to Find Money for your Emergency Fund.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 2, 2021

I wanted to reduce our non-mortgage debt, my clutter, my distractions, my impact on the environment, and my consumption of sweets. After 2019, I had a lot of hope for finding a word for 2020 but struggled to find one that was meaningful to me. How our Debt Freedom Plan Prepared Us for the Pandemic. My word was REDUCE.

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Debt 2020 2019 Financial Goals 130

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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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2023

That was the year that we made the goal of paying off the last of our non-mortgage debts and we achieved it by September of that year. I cried for days and we celebrated the occasion with a family cruise a few months later. Also that year, I wanted to create an In Case of Emergency (ICE) binder for my family. Find the holes.

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OCTOBER 8, 2015

That merry time of year that is filled with faith, family, food, and a little bit shopping. 3 Smart Steps to a Debt Free Christmas. Your first step is to sit down with your spouse and family and brainstorm all of your holiday spending needs. Find the Money. Or read my popular post: 10 Ways to Find Cash for Christmas.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 16, 2017

Family Balance Sheet , the website, turns 9 in October 2017, but Family Balance Sheet, the spreadsheet, turns 14. The spreadsheet listed our short-term and long-term account balances, our debts, and our short-term and long-term financial goals. Value of your home – outstanding debt on your home = Equity).

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APRIL 19, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Anna. She is on a mission to help others become debt free. 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? What kind of debt was it? What inspired you to get debt free?

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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?

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 23, 2015

Our main financial goal in 2015 is to pay down our non-mortgage debt. Where can we find extra money? I have scrutinized our budget tirelessly and I really feel like there’s nothing more to cut, so my focus is turning to finding money to put towards debt. In January, I found $370 to put towards our debt: 1.

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MARCH 18, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Ruth. She is the author of the successful website, Living Well Spending Less , where she writes about finding the Good Life on a budget. 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?

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 4, 2021

Finding extra money is a game for me. I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. Years ago during our Debt Freedom Plan, I avoided using credit cards, not because we had credit card debt, but I was trying to limit our overall spending.

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MARCH 4, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is a guest post from Chris Peach. What would our family think when they realize we are broke? We sat down at our kitchen table, took out a simple white piece of paper, and penned out a contract to ourselves: It was our Get Out Debt Contract. He and his wife paid off $52,000 in just 7 months.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 4, 2011

Do you keep your family in a survival mode? Many parents are finding it hard to control their finances and stretch their wallet these days more than ever. Arranging a family financial analysis is very important to long term financial success. Here are some tips to conduct an effective family financial analysis.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 5, 2021

Finding extra money has become a game for me. I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. This trip was a reward for our years of paying off six figures of debt , and we were going to pack a lot into our week. Where did you find extra money in February?

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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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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! I have a bunch of lovable relatives (my nuclear family) who believe we are somehow made of money. You need the entire family pulling in the same direction.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

That merry time of year that is filled with faith, family, food, and a little bit of shopping. Your first step is to sit down with your spouse and family and brainstorm all of your holiday spending needs. Find the Money. Or read my popular post: 10 Ways to Find Cash for Christmas. Christmas is coming! Create a Budget.

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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. When the weather is nice, we love to find outdoor spaces to explore. Visiting family in Florida, we enjoy no-cost activities like visiting their beautiful beaches!

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Motherhood Moments

JANUARY 2, 2023

It can be hard to find the right policy. You might need to consult with a financial planner or other expert to make sure you have the coverage that is right for your family. Most people benefit from having at least some life insurance coverage. However, there are life insurance options available for people who can't get a medical exam.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 6, 2022

I have been doing my grocery shopping at a different GIANT store and I’m finding that they always have a lot of marked-down meat. I like to tally up any extra money I find through the month. Finding extra money is a game for me and July turned out to be a stellar month! Marked down meat! Show me the Money!

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OCTOBER 30, 2013

In the month of October, my challenge will be to find $1000. Mondays thru Saturdays in October, I will have ideas to help you find $1000 too. On Sundays, we’ll meet here to catch our breath, and let everyone know how we’re finding our $1000. Find a Part-Time Job. Find a Seasonal Part-Time Retail Job.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Follow these three action steps and the list of ideas below to find the cash for your fund. He then advises paying off your non-mortgage debt before fully funding an emergency fund with 3 – 6 months worth of expenses. Now it’s time to FIND THE MONEY! 30 Ways to Find Money for your Emergency Fund.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 2, 2021

Finding extra money is a game for me. I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. January and February were stellar months with finding money. Where did you find extra money in March? Share your findings in the comments.

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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. Krystal & Josh’s Debt Free Story. Tell us about you and your family. to be able to go on a family missions trip.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

Some Remember Sock Hops, Others Remember Riots by artist Theaster Gates For Black History Month, let's talk about the apps that can help you find Black businesses, learn more about Black History, and celebrate Black culture: EatOkra This app features Black-owned restaurants and eateries.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 28, 2016

You will learn valuable information from leading personal finance bloggers on topics ranging from budgeting basics, dumping debt, boosting your income, and investing in YOUR future. Toni Husbands of Debt Free Divas. Monday, January 9: 12pm EST: Tips for Tackling Credit Card Debt with LaTisha Styles.

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