Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 28, 2014

To make money management something you enjoy and to successfully incorporate it into your daily life, you have to get excited about it. Find something to motivate you into becoming financially literate. Those small and steady contributions are what make the big things happen. How to Start. Track Your Progress. Money Tips'

Hobby 189

Hobby Money Making Goals 189

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 5, 2014

I went through Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University when I was 18 years old. That inspired me to be intentional with my finances and to follow Dave’s six steps. When my wife and I got married, we both made the decision that our first financial priority would be becoming debt free. Make paying off debt a priority.

Debt Free 241

Debt Free Debt Emergency Fund Finance 241

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

Hello and welcome to the 316th Carnival of Personal Finance- Family Edition. They are also there working with you to help you reach your goals; even those financial goals. I know I sometimes get bogged down with too many options and I can take forever to make a decision. If we make effort we will succeed.

Personal Finance 240

Personal Finance Finance Family Debt 240

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 30, 2012

The same can be said about finances – it is often the little things you do, the small actions you take, that have the biggest impact on your financial security, both in the present and in the future. A budget provides you with a financial roadmap to get to where you want to be in life. It’s wasted money.

Money 235

Money Emergency Fund Debt Financial Goals 235

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 8, 2018

A budget could help you avoid late and insufficient funds fees, find money for an upcoming trip or expense, and ease a disagreement over finances in a marriage. Personally, budgeting has allowed us to control of our money, reach financial goals, and start planning for our dream life. For informational purposes only.

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Budgeting Budget Financial Goals Goals 133

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 23, 2015

If you surround yourself with nay-sayers who don’t believe that you can change your financial circumstances, you are unlikely to do so. Make sure that is what you want. Before you start down the path to financial independence (which admittedly can be a long one), figure out if you want it badly enough.

Financial Goals 100

Financial Goals Emergency Fund Money Goals 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 4, 2011

Are you having a hard time controlling your finances? Many parents are finding it hard to control their finances and stretch their wallet these days more than ever. The first question is how much money do you make? Set Financial Goals. Without careful planning and setting these goals, your bottom line suffers.

Family 196

Family Financial Goals Debt Goals 196

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

Your money stays yours, so you can make it work for you. I needed to count on myself and support my son, and that meant getting my financial life in order, starting with building an emergency fund for the first time. Building an emergency fund also helps enormously. Who initiated the debt free goal? .”

Debt 236

Debt Debt Free Pay Off Debt Financial Goals 236

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2011

Now without further adieu, I present you with the dozens of great reads written by Yakezie members and challengers alike this past week in our efforts to bring you timely insight on personal finance and lifestyle today. To complete the trusts picture make sure you review A Matter of Trusts part 1 and 2!

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November 2011 Personal Finance Finance 188

Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

Having to deny yourself the instant gratification that comes with spending the money at hand calls for incredible mental fortitude; this is especially true in the era of “Insta-life,” where everyone wants it now, and Instagram models make their lives look so glamorous. I usually make it the first week of the month.

Saving Money 52

Saving Money Money Saving Credit Cards 52

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

Luckily, even without misguided financial beliefs, we did pay off a significant portion of our debt before having kids. After we had kids, though, I stayed home, so we continued making the minimum payment for years. Once we both took a look at our budget and finances, it was clear what we needed to do.

Debt Free 100

Debt Free Debt Financial Goals Budgeting 100

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 11, 2014

The company I had worked at for 12 years when I started my journey in January 2013, announced it would be making significant job cuts summer 2013. I had enjoyed a great salary working in Pharma and been far too irresponsible with what God had blessed me with to provide financially. What are your financial goals now?

Debt Free 235

Debt Free Debt Mom Goals 235

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 21, 2015

She writes about family, finances and faith at her blog, Principles of Increase. Finally, we took the dive by making a budget and starting our debt snowball. Yes, we followed the recommendations outlined in Dave Ramsey’s resources, Total Money Make Over/ Financial Peace University. What are your financial goals now?

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Las Vegas Finance 100

Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 22, 2020

In September 2019, my husband and I accomplished our biggest financial goal in our almost 20 years of marriage. With that much debt, we needed some go big or go home heavy hitters that would make a big impact on debt reduction. It was so big that I cried for two days straight– we paid off six figures in non-mortgage debts.

Debt 130

Debt Health Insurance Insurance Budgeting 130

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

She helps readers gain control of their finances and live well on a budget at her blog Cook with a Shoe . I found Dave Ramsey’s plan about a year after we had been married and finances were really tight, especially with a variable income. Make your goals visual. At this point, I handle the day to day finances.

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free College Finds 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2017

She is the co-founder of the website, Little Light on a Hill , where she writes about faith, family, and finances. Be sure to check out her website where she is offering a free finance workbook if you subscribe to her newsletter. When my husband and I got married, we were making hardly any money. Was there a particular event?

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Friends And Family Sale Budgeting 100

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

Now we had yet another payment to add to the mix, and I honestly didn’t know how I was going to make it all work. I started my YouTube channel, not with the expectation of making money, but this has also provided a small monthly revenue. If you can make it from scratch rather than buying it – do it.

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Budgeting Budget 100

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 27, 2015

Using your income to pay off debt sounds obvious, but it surprises me how many people don’t take a look at how much they really make and how fast they could pay off debt. My husband definitely was in charge of our debt free journey and made the initial goal to get a 15 year note and make extra payments on it from the start.

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Pay Off Debt Finds 100