Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 16, 2013

Check them out: Good Reads From The Blogosphere: When you’re aggressively trying to pay down debt, you may feel that you’ve done all you can to curb your expenses, but have you really? Don’t miss Melissa’s post at My Personal Finance Journey if you Think You’re Sacrificing to Pay Down Debt? Think Again.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 11, 2021

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. Around the time our second daughter was born, I found myself so overwhelmed and distracted that I missed paying the rent for our business office. Update (or create) your Family Balance Sheet.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2017

I love her passion for helping others along their debt free journey. Krystal & Josh’s Debt Free Story. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? It took us four years, but we paid off over $80,000 of debt! We are debt. debts one by one. What inspired you to become debt free?

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 22, 2020

It was so big that I cried for two days straight– we paid off six figures in non-mortgage debts. How we got to six figures of non-mortgage debt: In the summer of 2012, we found an opportunity to purchase an office building for our small business. Also, the monthly mortgage payment was less than our rent payment.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 28, 2011

Even though the listed examples are quite different from one another, each of them could be purchased and rented for a profit. Your property may not always be 100% rented, but it can easily be 75% rented. With a large rental house, it’s either 100% rented, or 0% rented. What is Debt Leverage?

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 4, 2015

However a few years ago, we found ourselves with too much debt and not enough cash. After renting an office for 12 years, we had nothing to show for it and the space was starting to feel a bit cramped. We paid our bills on time, never carried credit card debt from month to month, but in that moment we could not pay our bills.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

JANUARY 16, 2024

However, if you have been following me, you know that I am quite serious about finding ways to not only get out of debt but also how to create a budget (and stick to it) as well as how to save money without necessarily depriving your family of the quality of life they deserve. Again, you’re not alone with this problem.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 21, 2015

We carried no credit card debt and we contributed to our retirement. Our small business was going well and we said so long to renting office space and purchased a commercial property. We had a lot of debt, not enough cash flow, and very little set aside for emergencies. Prior to that, we thought we were golden. Stay positive.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 24, 2013

If you have the temperament to become a landlord, you can purchase the home and then rent it out, earning money each month. If you are buying a home to serve as an income property, you might be able to afford to spend a little more (assuming you can find a tenant to pay rent regularly) than if you simply plan to move in and raise a family.

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Savings Corner

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

For example, good credit can improve your chances of landing a job or renting an apartment. Renting an apartment. When you submit an application to rent an apartment, the landlord may look at your credit score to gauge how likely you are to pay your rent on time. You’ll make more progress toward eliminating your debt.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 10, 2014

I found out that the rent on this studio was $2,400/month. My rent in our spacious three bedroom was $500/month. When you overspend for convenience, you sink into debt, stuck with high interest credit card payments and risk of damaging your credit when you fall behind on your bills. The same is true of any challenge.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 2, 2013

Mr.CBB @ Canadian Budget Binder checks the pros and cons of renting and buying. Deacon @ Well Kept Wallet paid off debt in 18 months and is inviting readers to do the same. The ABC’s of Debt Reduction. Weiss @ The Insurance Protection Blog explains how much insurance a First Time Homeowner needs. PET Archives.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 10, 2014

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Carrie. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? After my first marriage fell apart, I ended up with over $14,000 of consumer debt, made up of a car loan and credit cards. What inspired you to get debt free? Tell us about you and your family. Where are you from?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 19, 2013

JP from My Family Finances shares his ideas about Why Paying Down Debt Is Better Than Investing In The Stock Market. PET Archives : Save Money on Rent. With some dedication and determination, you can Make extra money through working from home as Dollar at Easy Extra Dollar points out. How to Be Green and Save Money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

Philip from Deliver Away Debt shares his story: How I Delivered Away My Debt. mbhunter from Mighty Bargain Hunter asks Are you contributing to this debt clock? and says, “The big debt clock is over $14 trillion now, but this other one is approaching $1 trillion, and may affect you more directly.&#. How about you?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

We all have been taught that a college degree is the path to the good life, but is it still – when students are emerging with heavy debt and little chance of a lucrative job? But, at least I graduated without debt. Should today’s high school students consider avoiding the debt and going after those jobs instead?

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Family Balance Sheet

JULY 9, 2015

It’s no secret, I am fascinated, encouraged, and border-line obsessed with debt freedom. The idea of becoming debt free makes me downright giddy. So I love to hear the success stories of others who have found debt freedom. What did they specifically do to become debt free? 10 Smart Ways to Become Debt Free.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 10, 2017

As I reflect back to January 2016, I started that year pretty determined to pay off the balance of our non-mortgage debts. Unfortunately, we did not hit that goal and in part, have made some major changes to our Debt Freedom Plan. Our Debt Freedom Plan Started in 2013: The year 2012 was quite exciting for me and my husband.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

Shelter Depending on your amortization, mortgage or rent, the amount you need to set aside for house payments may vary for every individual. You may want to transfer to a smaller place if you are renting, if that will work best for you, but do not in any way remove house payments on your list of top priorities.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 10, 2012

I learned quickly that the costs add up and that budgeting is of utmost importance if you want to graduate without thousands of dollars worth of debt. There are websites out there that will let you rent the book for a discounted price. Renting textbooks is just another way you can save money on textbooks. Which I did want to do.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 8, 2013

This is at a time when I was struggling with paying my tuition, my rent, groceries, gas, and insurance, and was in a lot of credit card debt , so every penny counted back then and that $20 leaving my wallet felt like a lot more. At a really low point in my financial life, I lent a friend $20 because she forgot her wallet.

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For the Mommas

MARCH 10, 2012

So rent now, and watch when you would like. This weekend, Amazon is offering top video rentals for just $1.99 Amazon Video Rentals will stay in your Instant Video Library for up to 30 days. Rise of the Planets of the Apes. You may also watch the first episode of Downtown Abby Season 2 for free.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 30, 2013

Dave Ramsey is famous for telling his listeners to start delivering pizzas to claw their way out of debt. Rent Out Your Extra Space. Our problem isn’t spending, it’s income. 6 Ways to Increase Income. Find a Part-Time Job. Years ago, a neighbor started delivering newspapers to increase their family’s income.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

We could take on debt to grow using other people’s money. However, taking on debt without the current ability to repay it can result in loss of down payment and years of debt interest payments. Sure, we aren’t getting much money, but mortgage lenders are also experiencing the lowest rates in decades.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 12, 2015

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. Around the time our second daughter was born, I found myself so overwhelmed and distracted that I missed paying the rent for our business office.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 21, 2012

Kristen from My Dollar Plan reminds us Why You Should Tell Your Family About Your Debt. Peter from Bible Money Matters shares 10 Tips to Save Money on Your Christmas Shopping and Avoid Going Into Debt. ” Jacob from Dwindling Debt asks Do Overdraft Chargers Affect Your Credit. I am a big believer in communicating.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 8, 2017

We planted, tended and harvested from a vegetable garden even when we rented a quadraplex. All require pruning for growth, just as your investments and debts do. Prune down debt to make way for savings to build. I came from a long line of farmers, who always had gardens. So do finances.

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For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 19, 2016

All Tasha Pike has wanted for the past twenty years is to rent Sand Dollar Point for a summer. Ravenham would never refuse a debt of honor, no matter how unorthodox, so he overlooks Miss Gordon’s vulgar relations to do what is necessary, escorting the unsophisticated chit to balls, etc. Then things really start to get messy.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 6, 2012

If you have snow shoes already, it is free, however, if you do not have snow shoes they can usually be rented from a company for a small fee. How Can Thriftiness Become a Debt Relief Option? Guest Post Author Bio: Ryan is a contributory writer associated with the Debt Consolidation Care Community and has written several.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 21, 2012

As with most popular sites on the web, Pinterest has become a channel for online retailers, so if I were to purchase everything that I liked exactly at the price I find it, it’s safe to say that I’d quickly be broke or worse, back in credit card debt. Are you a fan of Pinterest? Has it helped you save money? If so, how?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 6, 2012

” Managing Debt. Jeremy Waller presents Do You Have What It Takes To Be Debt Free And Financially Successful? You see theres a reason that the majority of people are in debt. Theres a reason why the average amount of credit card debt per household is $15,956. Here are 5 steps to painlessly become debt free.

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For the Mommas

JULY 24, 2016

You can use the difference in income to pay off debt, save or invest. Rent instead of own. If you calculate your mortgage interest, the cost of insurance and maintenance, buying can be much more expensive than renting. And if you rent, save money and then invest the difference. 20 Tips for Frugal Living.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

But those can saddle your children with debt for 20 years or more! Rent books, books on tape, movies, and read magazines at the library. Using part of the money that is already earned is one way to not take up a second job and make higher education a viable option. Know Your Actual Budget.

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 9, 2014

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. Fixed categories are things like your mortgage/rent, insurance premiums, and car payments. Welcome to 31 Days to Organize Your Finances.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

These loans come with credit-building tools, flexible repayment terms and special features for debt consolidation and home improvement projects. Direct payment to creditors with debt consolidation loans. Maximum debt-to-income ratio: 75%, including mortgage and the loan you’re applying for. Minimum annual income: None.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Would renting for another year or two improve your financial standing? These things can hurt your credit score or impact your debt-to-income ratio, which can imperil your final loan approval. Johnson, a real estate economist at Florida Atlantic University and co-author of the Beracha, Hardin & Johnson Buy vs. Rent Index.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

By paying an extra $100 every month on a standard 10-year repayment plan, you’d be debt-free about five and a half years ahead of schedule. But it will help you pay the debt faster and save money on interest. If you can make extra payments toward the principal, that will speed up your debt-free date even more. interest rate.

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