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10 Money-Saving Tips For Your Wedding

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You want the wedding of your dreams, but then you have to consider reality. Let’s face it, weddings are expensive, but there is no need to break out the tissues just yet. Here are ten ways that you save money while planning a wedding. The most realistic way plan your wedding is to start with a budget that you can afford.

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How this Couple Eliminated $180,000 of Debt in 12 Months!

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The segment was so inspiring that I reached out to her to see if she would participate in the Debt Free Stories series. She hosts a You Tube channel, The Former Mrs. Jones , where she vlogs about budgeting, debt free living, and family life. Meet the Former Mrs. Jones: Her Debt Free Story. How much debt did you pay off?

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Find out how Jessica & Her Husband Paid off $175,000 of Debt

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Today’s Debt Free Story is from Jessica. My husband and I own our wedding photography business called Blue Vinyl Photography that we have been running together for the past 5 years! 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.

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What Is A Personal Loan?

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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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The Difference Between Looking Rich and Being Rich

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One of them is throwing a lavish wedding that he can’t really afford, and the other is trying to figure out how to pay the bills that keep piling up without having to give up his expensive luxury SUV. They have enough money to qualify for the debt required to meet their ideas of how their lives should look.

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Friday Links – School Update Edition

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It is also the summer of weddings. Three close friends are getting married next month, so between wedding party to dos, showers, and stagettes the weekends have been pretty packed. Do you know how to protect yourself if debt collectors are harassing you? I am managing so far, but free time has been pretty scarce these days.

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Personal Loans: Compare Top Lenders, Rates

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To qualify you, lenders look at factors including your credit score, credit report and debt-to-income ratio. Having steady income, low debt, a long credit history and a record of on-time payments will improve your chances of being approved. Weddings : Using a personal loan to pay for your wedding can help you stick to a budget.

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