Motherhood Moments

MARCH 14, 2023

Most Wanted Reward: Almost 3 in 4 Americans want rewards on gas more than any other type of travel purchase. Gas station rewards: 2 in 5 people believe getting a gas station credit card is worth it. Gas station rewards: 2 in 5 people believe getting a gas station credit card is worth it.

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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. cashback from our travel rewards Visa.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Wells Fargo Reflect® Card When you’re staring at a lot of high-interest credit card debt, you might be thinking you need as long as you can get to pay it off. Chances are good if you’re dealing with existing high-interest debt, you may also need a break on new purchases. That’s where a card like this shines.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 5, 2021

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. Over the years, I have found money through rebates, refunds, online sales, and even the ground.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Key takeaways A personal loan is money you can borrow to finance large purchases, consolidate debt, invest in yourself or cover emergency expenses. Working to improve your credit score and reduce your debt-to-income ratio before applying can help get you the best loan terms. Here are some of the most common applications.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

They pay off mountains of debt and scream about debt freedom, or maybe they save gobs of money in a record amount of time, or they have considerable success with their new small business. Meet The Achievers: Deacon and his wife paid off $52,000 in debt in 18 months. His 2017 goal is to make $100,000 in online income.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 11, 2015

I have even whined and complained (in my head) during the 4 hours so I’m not above bribing and rewarding her for good behavior. Our Debt Freedom Plan includes a family trip to Walt Disney World after we pay off our non-mortgage debt and a trip to Hawaii to celebrate paying off our mortgages. WHY We Want to be Debt Free.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 26, 2012

I still have debt to pay off and want to buy a house, so all of that inflation money could go toward saving or paying down debt more quickly. Keep Your Goals in Mind When your income increases or expenses drastically decrease (like when you pay off debt), keep your goals in mind. Likely, there was a reason. How did you beat it?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 18, 2013

Pauline from Reach Financial Independence shares 5 ways to get out of debt , to show how you can accelerate your debt payments to become debt free earlier. Grayson from Debt RoundUp wants to know Why is Prepaid Such a Dirty Word?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 12, 2013

Saving up this chunk of change can take a long period of time, especially if you have a high expense to income ratio, which many people do (especially if you’re paying down debt). . Plus, there’s nothing like rewarding yourself for doing so well. Pay Down Debt. Why not save up for a vacation?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 25, 2012

In this article we will look at the pros and cons of saving and investing, as well as reducing debt, as a means of gaining financial security. The rewards are potentially higher with investments but so is the risk of losing your money. What About Debt?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 11, 2013

Take a peak and see what I read this week: Good Reads From The Blogosphere: Jen from Money Rebound writes about Realistic Ways to Slash Your Student Loan Debt – Such a timely post considering the recent rate changes for federal student loans in the United States! Do you know how to protect yourself if debt collectors are harassing you?

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Savings Corner

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Discover it® Student Cash Back Our pick for: Bonus cash-back categories that rotate The Discover it® Student Cash Back gives students the same excellent rewards as the regular Discover it® Cash Back — notably, bonus cash back in rotating categories that you must activate. Unlike most others, it offers rewards. Read our review.

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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. Within a year after settlement, we found ourselves with a lot of debt, not enough cash flow, and very little set aside for emergencies. As much as I wanted to be a property owner, the extra debt was beginning to suffocate us.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 19, 2012

Our debt levels from keeping up with the Jones’ is attributable to that fact. Or watched ‘ Til Debt Do Us Part , and reassessed your budget? Rewards There’s nothing like a little self-bribery to get yourself into gear. Try to make the reward match the goal.

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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. Earn 1.25% cashback rewards on purchases when t he account IS NOT linked to eligible plans. Sign up for Upromise Round-Up.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 25, 2014

Me from 15 years ago would get an earful about what not to do, and advice on budgeting and saving and staying out of debt. By then, I was married, raising a toddler, our family was paying down debt and I was practicing much better financial discipline. My rewards credit cards were feeble, and I didn’t have a plan for using them.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 23, 2023

All your hard work has finally paid off, and you’ve been rewarded with that sweet certificate. 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. First of all, congratulations! So, what’s next? You may be thinking, “ But I’m young !

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 5, 2013

As a former debt collector turned financial counselor, Barry Myers is passionate about helping people get out of debt as quickly and safely as possible. From Debtor to Better by Barry Myers. Coupon Quick Start Guide by Angela Newsom.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 31, 2014

For me, my best financial lesson came from suffering through 10 years of near poverty, the consequence of picking a non-lucrative college major, then figuring out how to re-train and enter a highly rewarding profession – learning to be independent and self-sufficient, even from my spouse. Read more on my story in my book. Money Tips'

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APRIL 8, 2011

We want you to live the generous life, simple and debt free. Enjoy this site? Please subscribe via Email to have savings, advice, coupons and offers sent directly to you. Join us on Twitter and Facebook and interact with the SavingsBlogger community!

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APRIL 2, 2011

You have to be a Rewards Member but it’s free and easy to sign up. We want you to live the generous life, simple and debt free. Coupon expires 4 April. Enjoy this site? Please subscribe via Email to have savings, advice, coupons and offers sent directly to you.

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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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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 2, 2016

Today’s Debt Free Story is from Richard of Frugality Magazine , where he shares frugal living tips for financial freedom. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it? In total I estimate I paid off round $40,000 worth of debt, though depressingly a fair chunk of that was just interest.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 13, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: The following post comes from the NerdWallet.com team, experts in helping users find the right rewards credit cards. Scammers Staging as Credit Card Debt Specialists. A lot of people are in debt these days and are looking for ways out. 4 of the Craziest Credit Card Scams. Beware of Credit Card Skimmers.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 5, 2011

Whether it’s through a career path, or entrepreneurship, be the best at what you do, and the financial rewards will follow. It’s ok to obtain a controlled amount of debt for your education or your first house. But keeping a credit card balance or other high interest consumer debt should be avoided at all costs.

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DECEMBER 14, 2012

Free Disney Movie Rewards. Free Download of Gazelles, Baby Steps & 37 Other Things Dave Ramsey Taught Me About Debt Audiobook. Free Sample of NatureMade Vitamin C. 50,000 per day, Facebook offer). Free Sample of Propel Zero. Facebook offer). Free $15 Credit to ThredUp. Free Christmas Cookie Number Sort Printable.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 10, 2012

’ Financial Planning Ashley presents Should I Get Married with Debt? KT presents In Debt Consider Paying Cash for Your Purchases posted at Personal Finance Journey , saying, “Are you in debt besides the mortgage? Do you have thousands of dollars worth of student loan debt and/or credit card debt?

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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. This makes us closer as families which to me is the real reward. Peter from Bible Money Matters shares 10 Tips to Save Money on Your Christmas Shopping and Avoid Going Into Debt. We should take a moment to refresh our perspective.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2011

Good Financial Cents: What to Watch For With Debt Settlement Companies Considering using a debt settlement company? Here’s some tips to be wary of when trying to consolidate your debt. Money Reasons: Why I Got An American Express Blue Cash Card MR loves reward credit cards.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 16, 2012

While many personal finance sites focus on things such as getting out of debt, saving for retirement, and investing, what really matters to me the most is how we can live healthy prosperous lives. Like anything in life, there have been challenges and rewards on this journey.

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Nicoles Nickels

APRIL 9, 2014

While good budgetary moves are to save or pay off debt, spending that money on something pleasurable and financially worthwhile for the future can be just as wise. and reward yourself with a future of good sleep with a Sealy Posturepedic Optimum Inspiration, Plush, Queen Mattress (reg. 1,7599.99; Sale $1,079.99) at Sears.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 20, 2011

Avoiding Rewards. I still struggle with this today, but if you’ve made significant strides in your personal finances, reward yourself for living frugally. Lesson : If you don’t reward yourself from time to time, then there may be little point to living frugally. It’s doubly enjoyable! Final Thoughts.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2011

Reducing Debt. The Digerati Life shares insight as to when you should get help in trying to pay off your debt. Barbara Friedberg discusses risk vs. reward and how to determine which route to take. Man vs. Debt shares with us how to not suck at our resolutions this year. We have done this for ages now. Investing Wisely.

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Coupons Do Work

OCTOBER 3, 2016

Since I do not use a credit card anymore (and read recently that banks are in debt due to too much credit cards out there), why not start saving now, with these easy tips : Want more frugal tips/ articles/ DIY stuff? that means, money! Actually it means saving as much money as you can before Christmas ! — now this is AWESOME.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 2, 2011

Shop where you get rewards. Several stores around the country offer rewards that can be redeemed towards fuel savings. BIO: Tracie helped her family eradicate more than $37,000 in debt. When you have extra items in your trunk, it can weight you down and also make you burn more gasoline. Remember – even a savings of $0.05

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

You can even let them manage the responsibility in your household and reward with them with the earnings from recycling cans and bottles at local recycle centers. You can even reward them with extra allowance with the money saved on gasoline and car upkeep. Stress the importance of saving and staying away from debt.

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