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.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 5, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Jessica. I am a stay at home mom to 3 kiddos and a cockapoo named Otis. 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. What inspired you to get debt free? Where are you from?

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The post What to Do With Money: A Mom’s Guide to Smart Money Management appeared first on Penny Pinchin' Mom. As moms, we tend to take care of everyone else first, and if there’s some time left over, we will maybe see about taking care of ourselves last. You need to know what to do with money!

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 29, 2024

Now I’m living on the small acreage that I was raised on (which is now smack dab in the middle of town & 2 miles from work) with my mom & my two kids, 15 & 8. We teamwork together to homeschool-I was homeschooled until nursing school, and I am privileged to be teaching my kids & have my mom assist on the days I work.

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Arkansas Frugal College Kids and Family 182

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Shannon. I have been sharing my passion for simple living on GrowingSlower.com since 2011, and I now have added the Real Mom’s Guide series of books and courses to further encourage my readers! How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? Where are you from?

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 7, 2015

Today’s debt free story is from Stacy. I’m a stay-at-home homeschooling mom to Annie (5), Andy (2), and Eli (2 months). How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? What kind of debt was it? We were debt free before I was 30 , including our home. What inspired you to get debt free?

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 27, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Olivia. I’m a former 3rd grade teacher, but now a stay at home mom and a graphic designer of Joyful Art Designs. 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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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Oreo Spiderweb cake There, I’d make everything from homemade bread to Steak Diane (seriously – my mom came to visit one time and bought $100 worth of beef tenderloin so I’d have leftovers – at the time, that was like 5lb of tenderloin! They had me, and then my mom decided to go back to school full-time and get a PhD.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 18, 2015

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Ruth. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? What inspired you to get debt free? Did you follow a particular debt freedom plan or book, such as Dave Ramsey or Debt-Proof Living? What are the top 3 – 5 ways you found money to put towards debt.

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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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New Year's Debt Personal Finance Real Estate 100

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 23, 2023

When she found out she was going to be a mom for the first time, she bought life insurance, even though her budget was tight and her mom, Coleen, originally advised against it. Paying Off Your Debt and Expenses Life insurance is also important if your parents co-signed for your student loans or other debt, such as a car.

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Life Insurance Insurance Graduation Financial Goals 52

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 1, 2015

Most of them are related to our small business, my husband’s chiropractic office, but last January I got a bee in my bonnet about debt…thank you, Dave Ramsey. I tricked …nudged my husband into following along and together we wrote out our Debt Freedom Plan. Debt Free Stories. My Themes for 2015: 1.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 31, 2014

If you are rock steady on the path to paying down your debts, pay more. Perhaps you let the balance roll from month to month until it got so big you had to fess up to Mom and Dad before you learned to consequences of charging things. Don’t bail your college student out of credit card debt. Get back up again. Money Tips'

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Debt College Student Money 167

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 9, 2013

Every night I dried the dishes (Mom washed), every weekend in spring, summer and fall I trimmed up the grass around the house, gardens and trees with the hand clippers. They had low paying jobs and huge debt loads. Credit card debt has put both of my parents through hell. His lesson learned: “Avoid credit card debt.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 29, 2015

Looking for new recipes, money-saving ideas, home-management tips, and strategies for debt-free living? The three books included: The Money Saving Mom’s Budget: Slash your Spending, Pay Down your Debt, Streamline your Life, and Save Thousands a Year, by Crystal Paine. Debt Free for Life By David Bach.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 23, 2013

Grab your spot at The Moms & Money Summit - December 6 & 7. The list of speakers includes Crystal from Money Saving Mom, Rachel Cruze from the Dave Ramsey Show, Mary Hunt of Debt Free Living and many more. I use blank calendars for meal planning, half marathon training, and family event planning.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

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. I’m not going to buy them all the things, but I have no idea how to stop them from wanting them (or if that’s even my job as their mom). The hardest is passing that frugal inclination on to my kids.

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California Cars Car College 172

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2011

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. On credit cards and debt: “Credit cards are the easiest way to get into trouble. Stay out of debt in general. What are your dad’s (or mom’s) favorite life lessons?

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Work Debt Credit Cards Finance 133

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 17, 2013

Student Debt Survivor recently had a milestone birthday. For the working moms out there, make sure to read Frugal Rules’ working from home–a mom’s perspective. Managing Debt Is A Marathon Not A Sprint. Read what to do with it from Investing for College Students. Check out her reflections on turning 30.

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Fridays Student Motivation Debt 150

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APRIL 8, 2011

We want you to live the generous life, simple and debt free. Plum District Exclusive daily deals for Moms and their families delivered to your inbox. Zulily: Daily Deals for Moms, Babies & Kids at up to 70% off! 2/1 Clean & Clear Morning Burst $5/1 Clean & Clear Surge coupon Enjoy this site? Find deals in your city.

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APRIL 8, 2011

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APRIL 8, 2011

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APRIL 6, 2011

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APRIL 5, 2011

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APRIL 4, 2011

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 28, 2013

When it comes to paying off your mortgage early, Money Master Mom knows 3 not-so-easy steps to take when doing so. Student Debt Survivor wants you to know a secret about paying off $30K in student loans. Money Bulldog has some great tips for how to decide when you should go it alone or hire a pro. 10 Cheap Ways to Relieve Stress.

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APRIL 8, 2011

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APRIL 8, 2011

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APRIL 8, 2011

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APRIL 8, 2011

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APRIL 8, 2011

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APRIL 7, 2011

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APRIL 8, 2011

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APRIL 8, 2011

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APRIL 8, 2011

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APRIL 6, 2011

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APRIL 6, 2011

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