Family Balance Sheet

MAY 4, 2021

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. Where did you find extra money in March?

April 130

April Money Credit Cards Donation 130

Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Personal loans are becoming more popular among people looking to consolidate debt and find lower interest rates than credit cards. percent as of March 27, 2024. Annual percentage rates (APRs) below are accurate as of March 28, 2024. According to a Bankrate study, the average personal loan interest rate is 12.10

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Debt Bank Banking Credit 52

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 2, 2021

I joined the crowd many years ago only to completely forget about my word by mid-March. I wanted to reduce our non-mortgage debt, my clutter, my distractions, my impact on the environment, and my consumption of sweets. How our Debt Freedom Plan Prepared Us for the Pandemic. 2019 Debt Freedom Plan Update.

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Debt 2020 2019 Financial Goals 130

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 11, 2020

How I’m managing our family budget during the Pandemic: We pay ourselves at the beginning of each month, so when this crisis started in mid-March, we were covered for the month. 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

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 27, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Olivia. Ryan is a high school math teacher and also officiates college basketball (November thru March). 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?

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Debt Debt Free Pay Off Debt Finds 100

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. We didn''t even have ATM cards at the beginning of March, so I had to order them.

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Credit Cards Credit Debt March 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 11, 2019

In March of 2018, we had our wills, medical directives, and powers of attorney completed by an attorney. Our 2019 Financial Goal: Our one and only financial goal for the year: Pay off the student loan, our last non-mortgage debt. . Before we wrote our Debt Freedom Plan in 2012, I couldn’t see the forest through the trees.

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Financial Goals Goals 2019 Health Insurance 100

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 26, 2021

Life suddenly changed for most of us in March 2020 and this past year of the pandemic has reinforced how important an emergency fund is. Both books provided the blueprint for Our Debt Freedom Plan. Later in his plan, he recommends saving 3-6 months of expenses, but only after paying off the non-mortgage debt.

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Emergency Fund Building 2007 Credit Cards 130

Saving Everyday

MARCH 6, 2014

Blood Debt. You don’t have to have a Kindle – download the Free Reading App s to read Kindle books on a variety of different devices! Thanks, Pandora’s Deals for this great list! Sara’s Game. Connected by the Sea. Through the Milky Way on a PB&J. Taking the World Back. A Little Kid and A White Elephant.

March 58

March Easy Breakfast Debt Goals 58

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 11, 2021

On January 1st, many of us are very gung-ho about writing goals but are we as enthusiastic about those goals on March 12? 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. 7 Ways to Spring Clean Your Finances. Review your Yearly Goals.

Finance 130

Finance Cleaning Goals Insurance 130

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. for the Week of February 28-March 4/11- Spending Time With Family Edition.

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Personal Finance March Finance Family 133

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 4, 2021

I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. March 2021 – I found $747. Over the years, I have found money through rebates, refunds, online sales, and even the ground. Yep, I found a $20 bill while running on the beach! Through May of 2021, I have found over $6800 for the year!

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Money May Donation 2020 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 3, 2011

We are on a saving path, one that has us debt free and retiring early. Reducing Debt. I know so many people who can’t seem to get out of debt while raising a family. This post has provided a new opportunity that we can consider that may make having children debt free possible. Investing Wisely.

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February Family March Finance 140

Nicoles Nickels

MARCH 23, 2013

Don’t forget to enter my current giveaways: Pamper Yourself with Ivory 2-IN-1 Hair and Body Wash and Giveaway (Ends March 25). Sergeant’s Embark on Health Pet Health Kit Giveaway (Ends March 25). Transformers: Beast Hunters Giveaway (Ends March 25). and Giveaway (Ends March 25). Giveaway (Ends March 28 ).

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Giveaway Weleda March Green And Frugal 71

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. For a glimpse at what I buy and what we eat, read How I Spent $425 in March. Are you looking for more ways to cut your monthly expenses?

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Grocery Spending Financial Goals January Budgeting 242

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 24, 2012

On March 28, 2012 the Senate passed Resolution 409 that officially recognized April as National Financial Literacy Month. Well according to the bill’s sponsors, in the resolution presented to and passed by the 112 th Congress this March, we have a lot of issues to solve. Why do we need it?

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United States Personal Finance Economical Finance 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 5, 2012

Arbor Investment Planner hosted the Self-Directed Investing for Retirement Carnival – March Madness Edition and included Latisha’s post, Financial Advisor or Discount Broker? Denise’s post, Canning CAN Be Cheap , was included in the Yakezie Carnival – April Fool’s Edition hosted by Passive Income to Retire.

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Canning Debt Finance Consumer 100

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

We bought our house in March 2009, during some of the worst of the recession and the housing bubble bursting. I racked up more debt to move to California, then the fancy car turned out to be a lemon, requiring a bunch of expensive repairs. What’s your best frugal win?

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California Cars Car College 172

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 6, 2012

Women’s Money Week will run from March 5th-11th, 2012 on WomensMoneyWeek.com — coinciding with International Women’s Day. It could be from the stress of unemployment, a large debt load, or the amount of shoes in someone's closet; money can be an evil force in a marriage. Do you want to eliminate your credit card debt?

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Money Financial Goals Goals Kids and Family 225

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Prior to 2020, we spent years aggressively paying off six figures of non-mortgage debts , so saving for college was sporadic deposits into a regulard savings account and basically on the back burner. Since March of 2020, over $1300 has been transferred into my daughters’ 529 College Savings Accounts. 108 Months X $72 = $7,776!

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College Used 2020 Saving 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 1, 2014

If you’ve saved $600 by the end of March, you can still feel like you’re a long way from your goal for the year. How much debt do you have? For instance, you could break your financial goals down by month or quarter. If you want to save $2,400, put aside $200 a month or $600 a quarter. How much do you have in savings?

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Goals Financial Goals December Motivation 209

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 13, 2014

Meanwhile, one of my other friends, who is halfway through nursing school and up to her eyeballs in debt IS going because she feels OBLIGATED. The bachelorette party is in Mid March. Unfortunately, not everyone agrees with that sentiment, so I’ve been met with some eye rolls and attitude.

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Europe Wedding Money Goals 202

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 10, 2017

billion in March. billion in March – according to that same report. “Other things equal, an increase in the stock market makes people wealthier. With interest rates so low, why not spend now, using debt, instead of waiting for inflation and higher interest rates to kick in and raise the price of goods and services.

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Spendthrift Economical Consumer Recession 100

Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 21, 2011

If you are looking to get your finances organized, you don’t want to miss this giveaway from Dave Ramsey, who has helped millions of people get out of debt and start saving. This giveaway ends Monday, March 28, 2010 at 3:00 PM EST (noon AZ time). 4) Tweet: “ I just entered to win @DaveRamsey Prize Pack via @SavingSense #wingiveaways”.

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Giveaway Package Financial Goals Debt 94

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

JUNE 24, 2012

We need to learn that some things are worth waiting for, especially if it means we can avoid going into debt. Rather than buy these things on credit, set out a savings plan that will see you wait a while but then be able to enjoy them, without the debt that goes with using credit or taking out a loan.

Money 213

Money Activism Credit Debt 213

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 12, 2015

On January 1st, we’re so gung-ho about writing goals, but are we just as enthusiastic about those goals on March 11? 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. Review your Yearly Goals.

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Finance Cleaning Financial Goals Goals 100

Finally Frugal

JANUARY 8, 2011

I'm not sure when this new moolah will show up in my check(s), and to be honest I'm not exactly wondering what to do with it - mine will probably go towards more debt repayment, since that seems like the focus of my life at the moment. before my spendthrift side can get its grubby paws on it.

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Frugal Spendthrift Debt Recession 45